Why for instance in America are parenting classes only available to parents after the fact. After they have been investigated for child abuse, after their children have been placed in foster care when the parents are either desperate to get their kids, or so angry that they refuse to attend parenting workshops. I know in my state parenting classes are available but certainly not encouraged for at risk parents (young parents,families on assistance, single parents, parents who grew up in abusive households)

I think before we can even consider a non-spanking law we need to address the issues of these at risk parents, get them into parenting classes, give them mentors, teach them appropriate discipline strategies. Give them a support network so when they feel overwhelmed with the responsibilities of parenthood they can get help BEFORE there is a problem.

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Becca

Momma to two boys

Big Guy 3/02
and

Wuvy-Buv 8/05