Intergenerational Impact of Corporal Punishment: Correlating Childhood Experiences to Aggression and Future Disciplinary Intent
Primary Investigator (PI) Name
Ginny Zhan
Department
RCHSS – Psychological Science
Abstract
The study investigates the long-term psychological effects of Corporal Punishment (CP) administered during childhood. Specifically, the study will examine whether individuals exposed to CP are more likely to (1) display aggressive behavior in adulthood and (2) use Corporal Punishment on their own children, thus perpetuating a cycle of violence. Previous studies related to Corporal Punishment suggest associations between childhood maltreatment and emotional dysregulation, increased aggression, or reduced empathy. The current study is designed to be a cross-sectional survey using self-reported measures; data will be collected through voluntary and anonymous participation with the software Qualtrics. The study plans to recruit university-age adults (18 and up) from a diverse background through the Kennesaw State University student network, through professors, and online messaging. The statistical analysis will be conducted using SPSS to identify patterns and correlations between the variables. Thus, by examining these relationships, the study seeks to deepen understanding of intergenerational cycles of violence and emotional regulation in adulthood.
Disciplines
Psychology
Intergenerational Impact of Corporal Punishment: Correlating Childhood Experiences to Aggression and Future Disciplinary Intent
The study investigates the long-term psychological effects of Corporal Punishment (CP) administered during childhood. Specifically, the study will examine whether individuals exposed to CP are more likely to (1) display aggressive behavior in adulthood and (2) use Corporal Punishment on their own children, thus perpetuating a cycle of violence. Previous studies related to Corporal Punishment suggest associations between childhood maltreatment and emotional dysregulation, increased aggression, or reduced empathy. The current study is designed to be a cross-sectional survey using self-reported measures; data will be collected through voluntary and anonymous participation with the software Qualtrics. The study plans to recruit university-age adults (18 and up) from a diverse background through the Kennesaw State University student network, through professors, and online messaging. The statistical analysis will be conducted using SPSS to identify patterns and correlations between the variables. Thus, by examining these relationships, the study seeks to deepen understanding of intergenerational cycles of violence and emotional regulation in adulthood.