Yes, this has been known of for a really long time, for China specifically. But also on a general level.
I always find it strange because it's scientifically been proven to be an inferior method in comparison to positive reinforcement.
I guess it's a way for the adults to feel a sense of power or something, with little risk of getting into trouble.
Cultural differences and lack of understanding thereof on our part always pre-determines these articles and opinions.
Like with any other discussion over training methods and their (perceived) abusiveness, we project our cultural preferences on other societies.
It is for the respective societies to take action from the inside out, if at all.
Like with the abuse scandals that still hold USA gymnastics in its grip, this is a very slow and painful process. Changes need to be made on so many levels, athletes, parents, coaches, clubs, federations, NOC's etc. etc.
I always find it strange because it's scientifically been proven to be an inferior method in comparison to positive reinforcement.
I guess it's a way for the adults to feel a sense of power or something, with little risk of getting into trouble.
Cultural differences and lack of understanding thereof on our part always pre-determines these articles and opinions.
Like with any other discussion over training methods and their (perceived) abusiveness, we project our cultural preferences on other societies.
It is for the respective societies to take action from the inside out, if at all.
Like with the abuse scandals that still hold USA gymnastics in its grip, this is a very slow and painful process. Changes need to be made on so many levels, athletes, parents, coaches, clubs, federations, NOC's etc. etc.
Cultural differences and lack of understanding thereof on our part always pre-determines these articles and opinions.
Like with any other discussion over training methods and their (perceived) abusiveness, we project our cultural preferences on other societies.
Uh
I'm pretty sure that striking a child multiple times with a blade guard is assault in pretty much any culture.
Or are you saying that because it's a different culture, assaulting a child for making a mistake is okay?
Also. It doesn't always have to be knocks. Mental abuse is no less bad. It is often worse and have an effect all the live.
https://fs-gossips.com/maria-sotsko...-beautiful-and-slender-but-not-for-ourselves/