The contributors to this volume discuss the evidence concerning the role of coercion and punishment in the socialization of children. Does physical punishment prevent further outbreaks of violent behaviour? Are there ways of influencing children so that punishment will not be ne…
Coercion and punishment in long-term perspectives
Children must learn to act appropriately, in ways that differ from society to society and from context to context. The question of how best to socialize children so that they can function successfully has fascinated educators and psychologists for centuries. In a world in which …
Examines the benifits and costs of coercion and punishment, considering such issues as mental health, antisocial and criminal behavior, substance abuse and issues related to measurement and prediction.
Drawing upon rich, longitudinal data, the contributors to this volume examine the benefits and costs of coercion and punishment, considering such issues as mental health, antisocial and criminal behavior, substance abuse, and issues related to measurement and prediction.
A collection of books, pamphlets and one videodisc designed to help parents improve discipline techniques.
A child-care manual designed for parents of preschool-age children telling how to prevent misbehavior through non-punitive discipline and how to reinforce useful social skills and positive behavior.
A collection of books, pamphlets and one videodisc designed to help parents improve discipline techniques.
Teaches parents and cargivers how to use kind and firm methods to raise children who are responsible, respectful, and resourceful.