Here is a list of some different strategies that can be used in place of spanking

~ Reasoning with the child instead of giving orders

~ Redirecting the child to other activities if child is too young to reason with

~ Use time-outs if child is old enough to understand the idea (this is the most favored alternative because it gives both the parent and child time to take a breather from the stressful situation)

In addition to these alternatives, research has proven that positive attention should also be given to the child.  Positive attention includes the following

~ Praising a child for good behavior

~ Offering lots of love, warmth and compassion throughout the day

~ Spending lots of positive quality time with the child to strengthen and shape the parent-child bond