Corporal punishment carries ‘multiple risks’ to children’s health, says WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared corporal punishment a global public health concern, stating that it carries "multiple risks" to children's health. An estimated 1.2 billion children are subjected to this harmful practice each year, affecting their physical and mental wellbeing. A recent report found that children exposed to corporal punishment in 49 low- and middle-income countries were 24% less likely to be developmentally on track compared to those who were not. The WHO emphasizes that corporal punishment can lead to criminal behavior and urges governments to implement laws and policies to protect children from this harmful practice.
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