No studies have shown positive long-term benefits from spanking, says Christina Erickson, associate dean A map outlining the legality of corporal punishment in the United States. “Cpmap” by Frenzie23 is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0. Editor’s note: On April 18, The Conversation published a Q&A featuring Christina Erickson, associate dean of the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines. […]