The goal of this workshop is to examine the ways in which corporal punishment is discussed and regarded in black families and communities. It is designed to address the deeply rooted cultural attachment to physical discipline as an appropriate and effective parenting tool. The workshop incorporates some examples drawn from popular culture as well as African-American history, sociological studies, new media, social networking, psychological research and personal testimonies. This workshop will connect the current conversation and controversy about physical discipline to the historical roots of plantation violence and post-slavery dynamics. All participants will gain new perspectives on the topic and increase their cultural awareness and sensitivity and share best parenting practices that do not involve physical punishment.
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I believe Dr Patton’s web site and new book are wonderful. I believe that you are aware that it is legal in 19 states for children to receive physical punishment in schools(usually with paddles) and the results are horrible with injuries and pain occurring. This occurs disproportionately with black males as well as disabled and autistic children so it is a civil rights issue. Over the past few years US Congress has rejected several bills attempting to make this illegal. Currently a similar bill HR bill 160 has been sent to Congressional Committee in early 2017, As much advocacy as possible is needed to have Congress wake up and protect children. I have over 30 years experience as an administrator in child protective service as well as being a child and family therapist. Since retiring I have written published articles for the National Association of Social Workers on the topic as well as a book. I hope that anyone reading this will become an advocate to stop this practice.