Caning is the most common form of physical punishment

A study surveyed about 450 undergraduates in Singapore about their experiences of being physically punished by their parents in childhood.

Things commonly used to hit children

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*Others include feather duster, book and slippers.
NOTE: Respondents could select more than one item.

Chart: STRAITS TIMES GRAPHICS Source: PARENTAL PHYSICAL DISCIPLINE IN SINGAPORE: CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES AND FUTURE BEHAVIOURAL INTENTIONS