Crossing the Line: Is Corporal Punishment Child Abuse?
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2017
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St. Catherine University
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to explore when corporal punishment crosses the line into abuse.
Qualitative interviews were conducted with five child protection workers who work hand in hand
with families and children where abuse allegations have been made. These audio-recorded
interviews took place over a period of two weeks and the data were analyzed using grounded
theory methodology. The most common themes that emerged were lack of resources, financial
hardships, upbringing and MN State Statute. Given the high number of abuse allegations that are
made, as well as the number of open child protection cases, it is important that research into why
corporal punishment is used should be continued.
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corporal punishment, qualitative research, child protection workers
Citation
Wallat, J. R. (2017). Crossing the Line: Is Corporal Punishment Child Abuse? St Paul, MN: St. Catherine University.