Quote by Ben Stein

Screaming at children over their grades, especially to the point of the child's tears, is child abuse, pure and simple. It's not funny and it's not good parenting. It is a crushing, scarring, disastrous experience for the child. It isn't the least bit funny.

Screaming at children over their grades, especially to the p

Summary

This quote emphasizes the harmful nature of screaming at children over their academic performance. It argues that such behavior qualifies as child abuse, as it can inflict lasting emotional and psychological damage on the child. The quote emphasizes that this approach to parenting is neither humorous nor effective, and suggests that it is necessary to recognize the detrimental effects it can have on the child's well-being.

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