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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
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Today I heard a parent berating their child. The parent said to the child "God, you're so fucking stupid!" And then spanked the child. People nearby said it's okay to spank the child cause no serious harm will be done to the child by a simple spank
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Spanking does not necessarily constitute "no serious harm" being done to the child. It could cause the child to internalize a negative view of themselves, which could manifest in negative psychological and emotional outcomes later in life. Regardless, using inappropriate language, especially using profanity in front of a child, could cause serious psychological damage as the child may begin to associate this language as acceptable in certain situations. Moreover, verbal abuse and physical punishment can instill fear and resentment in children, undermining their trust in the parents, and therefore their overall sense of safety and security. Lastly, this behavior sets a negative example as children look up to their parents and take on their parents' views and behaviors. Therefore, it is never acceptable to speak to a child in this manner, as it only further perpetuates a cycle of negative behavior and relationships. It may seem like "no serious harm" is being done in the moment, however, this sort of parenting can have a lasting negative impact on children that no amount of spanking can fix.