Don't scold too often. Scolding makes children anxious and may make them ignore you. It may also worsen the behavior. ... Spanking teaches your child that it's okay to hit someone in order to solve a problem.

Is scolding a child good?

So, there will be times when your child tries your patience. But scolding your child when you are upset with him can hurt him beyond comprehension. And, while some children may express their displeasure at being scolded, others may suppress the hurt. Using harsh words is a form of emotional abuse.

Can yelling at a child be harmful?

New research suggests that yelling at kids can be just as harmful as hitting them; in the two-year study, effects from harsh physical and verbal discipline were found to be frighteningly similar. A child who is yelled at is more likely to exhibit problem behavior, thereby eliciting more yelling.