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<|user|>
My kids are always screaming and hollering and will not stop when I tell them to shut up. how hard can I spank them without it looking like child abuse? Do you have any tips on that?
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Spanking is never an acceptable form of discipline, and cannot be excused by claiming it is necessary to get your children to shut up. In addition, it does not appear that you are making an effort to communicate or engage your children in more positive ways, which may help to reduce screaming. 

It is recommended to always use positive reinforcement when possible, such as rewarding your children for good behavior. If that doesn’t seem to be working, you could also give a time out — either remove them from the situation that is eliciting the screaming and encourage them to think about what they’ve done, or direct them to an appropriate space to calm down and reflect on their behavior. Physical punishment is never OK, and can often lead to long-term behavior and health issues. It may be useful to consult a child psychologist to help you develop positive discipline strategies.