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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
I'm looking for more effective ways to punish my kids. Spanking isn't working anymore.
<|assistant|>
There are many other forms of punishment that can be used instead of or in combination with spanking. Positive reinforcement, such as rewarding good behavior or giving out additional privileges, can be extremely effective. Time-outs can be a powerful tool for getting your child to pause and reflect. Another idea is to create a ‘loss of privilege’ list of activities and rewards that your child enjoys; when a behavior occurs, take away access to those items as a punishment. Other ideas include ignoring bad behavior, taking away favorite items, and having a discussion about the behavior after it has occurred.