Jinx, I didn't say discipline was
the root cause...it's a manifestation of a bigger problem or problems.
It seems to me like a lot of folks almost feel forced to have kids due to societal expectations, family pressures, religious beliefs, etc. That pressure is then taken out on the child, be it beating on the child, treating them like a commodity (living vicariously through them) and what not.
Then there are the kids who suffer because they were accidents...the overwhelming responsibility and "lack of training" on the parents' part puts kids in the same spots as I mentioned above.
Have a child because you want and can afford the awesome responsibility of developing a new productive member of society. If you're not ready for them, take the precautions that will prevent you from becoming a parent for the time being. If you don't want them, find the strength within you to stand up to the pressures that will come at you. If you feel religious pressures, perhaps it's time to re-examine your beliefs.
Anyone who becomes pregnant or who impregnates someone should face a mandatory psychiatric exam.
