[McLynnan]

DCF spokesman Terry Field said the punishment might legally be considered bizarre, a form of maltreatment..."It definitely would fall within the category of emotional abuse. It's shame, embarrassment and humiliation. This will be a lifelong memory for him," said Arlinda Amos, a licensed clinical psychologist and ombudsman for the Hillsborough Children's Board.

Gee, a mother insists her child perform in school and she will probably end up facing child abuse charges.

[A'elian' nation]

Bring back the public stockades.

Tough love takes on self-esteem.

Guilt and shame make great moral mirrors.