Arbitrary punishments (like "no dessert because you didn't pick up your toys") feel unfair because they aren't related to the action.
: Young girls are statistically more prone to internalizing anxiety. Harsh punishments often lead them to believe they are bad, rather than realizing their behavior was wrong. Petites filles punies
Given the clear evidence of its harm and ineffectiveness, the modern approach to discipline has shifted towards positive and non-violent methods. The goal is to teach children self-discipline and responsibility, not just to punish misbehavior. Arbitrary punishments (like "no dessert because you didn't