The Real Cost of Spanking Your Kids | Episode 42 with Lauren and Jessica

Spanking and corporal punishment are still widely debated—so we’re breaking it down. We explore the real impact of spanking on kids' mental health, behavior, and brain development. Using research-backed insights, we unpack the fine line between discipline and physical abuse, the cultural roots of corporal punishment, and why even "mild" spanking may be more harmful than many realize.We discuss how spanking affects emotional regulation, long-term IQ, and the parent-child relationship—and why there are better ways to discipline. Whether you're a parent, educator, or mental health professional, this conversation is essential.Join hosts Jessica Eisenstat, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and Dr. Lauren LaRose, a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, as they dive into raw and real conversations about all things kids. These two moms, who also happen to be mental health professionals, bring humor, debate, and a hefty dose of mom realness to every episode. From tackling children’s mental health to the daily chaos of parenting, nothing is off-limits.Follow The Little Brain CampaignInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelittlebraincampaign/Website: https://www.littlebraincampaign.com/