WHEN DOES DISCIPLINE BECOME ABUSE?

I am watching my granddaughter, and it is rapidly becoming a test of wills.


Multiple runs from the 'time-out' chair back to the family room.


Multiple drags back to the 'time-out' chair from the family room.


Extended periods of time sitting it out.



"Abuse" is defined as "to use wrongly or improperly; misuse" or "to treat in a harmful, injurious, or offensive way"



While discipline is "training to act in accordance with rules;" or "activity, exercise, or a regimen that develops or improves a skill; training:"


From Kate's point of view, it's abuse.

From my view, it's discipline.


From the dogs' point of view, it's great fun.


From her brother's point of view, it's a chance to watch a DVD all my himself in the family room in peace and quiet.


Take your pick.