Regarding spanking, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?
A)Most children show no signs of long-term damage from spanking, if spanking is backed up by supportive parenting.
B)Emotional damage does occur if spankings are severe, frequent, or coupled with harsh parenting.
C)Frequent spanking tends to increase aggression, leading to more problem behaviors.
D)All of these statements are true.

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All three statements are true. Research has shown that while some children may not show signs of long-term damage from spanking if it is backed up by supportive parenting, emotional damage can occur if spankings are severe, frequent, or coupled with harsh parenting. Additionally, frequent spanking tends to increase aggression, leading to more problem behaviors.

Regarding Spanking, Which of the Following Statements Is/are TRUE