Pediatrics. 1998 Apr;101(4 Pt 1):723-8.
When advising families about discipline strategies, pediatricians should use a comprehensive approach that includes consideration of the parent-child relationship, reinforcement of desired behaviors, and consequences for negative behaviors. Corporal punishment is of limited effectiveness and has potentially deleterious side effects. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that parents be encouraged and assisted in the development of methods other than spanking for managing undesired behavior.
在向家庭提供关于管教策略的建议时，儿科医生应采用综合方法，包括考虑亲子关系、强化期望的行为以及对负面行为的后果。体罚效果有限且可能有有害的副作用。美国儿科学会建议鼓励并协助家长制定除打屁股之外的方法来管理不良行为。
