A few weeks ago, singer and mother of two Kelly Clarkson stirred a passionate conversation on the radio when she aired her opinions on child discipline,

specifically spanking. She was concerned about the use of physical punishment on children.

Clarkson, who is known for her forthrightness, has freely addressed her thoughts on the contentious issue, and she has even disclosed that she does not mind physically correcting her children when they behave inappropriately.

In a short amount of time, this candid statement captured the attention of listeners as well as the media, which in turn sparked a discussion regarding whether or not spanking is an appropriate means of disciplining children.

Despite the fact that Clarkson’s remarks were extremely personal, they brought up a more general topic regarding parenting strategies. During the course of her chat,

she shared that she is a firm believer in the use of physical punishment as a means of imparting the knowledge of right and wrong to her children.

The statements made by Clarkson struck a chord with a number of parents, causing them to agree with her view on the use of physical punishment. While some parents believe that spanking may be a

helpful technique for maintaining discipline and ensuring that children understand the consequences of their actions, they believe that it is only successful when it is done in the appropriate manner.