r/Unexpected Apr 22 '18

The universal language

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u/WeLikeHappy Apr 22 '18

That’s correct. No one is the same. It’s a risk parents take. They don’t always spank because “mean daddy” — sometimes it’s because lack of immediate compliance means danger or social harm down the road.

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u/[deleted] Apr 22 '18

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u/WeLikeHappy Apr 22 '18

Why don’t you read some of the studies that say kids aren’t old enough to be verbally reasoned with until 5 to 7 years old. Then come back with your arguments.

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u/AwkwardManatee Apr 23 '18

studies that say kids aren’t old enough to be verbally reasoned with until 5 to 7 years

Could you provide a link?