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Wo rkers of the w eek
Workers of the week

Corporal Punishment: A Harmful Legacy

In Nigeria, corporal punishment at home is seen as culturally acceptable. However,

extensive research by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF high-
lights its severe consequences on children.
Year 1
Year 1
Corporal punishment triggers harmful psychological and physiological responses.

It causes not only immediate pain but also long-lasting emotional distress, including
sadness, fear, anger, shame, and guilt. Feeling threatened activates stress responses
in children, leading to the overstimulation of biological systems such as the nervous,
cardiovascular, and nutritional systems, which can alter brain structure and function.

Studies have shown that even less severe forms of physical punishment, like spank-
ing, are linked to a typical brain function similar to that observed in more severe
abuse cases, which undermines the belief that mild physical discipline is harmless.
Such practices can result in children exhibiting heightened hormonal reactivity to

stress and overloaded biological systems, impairing their overall well-being.

“The goal of Positive Behaviour Support

is not “perfect children.” Rather the goal SA’ADA JINJIRI, SAEED BASHIR, AISHA TALLE IDRIS,
AISHA ABUBAKAR MAIKANO,
should be creating the perfect environment HAYENICHUKWU KEMUEL EKE.

for enhancing their growth.” Year 2
Year 2
- Randy Sprick

At Abuja Prep, we are committed to fostering a positive, nurturing environment

where children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. We encourage parents to
adopt non-violent methods of discipline at home, setting clear expectations and re-
inforcing good behaviour through positive reinforcement and open communication.
Together, we can ensure our children grow up in a safe, supportive environment that
prepares them for success.

Have a wonderful week everyone,

Dominique Dyer.

LEEN HAMMOUD, HADI WINDIBIZIRI, GABRIELLA
BAMIGBADE, AL-MUSTAPHA UMAR, USMAN DIKKO.

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