Rethink School Discipline Entirely.
Studies on school discipline have primarily examined t he impact of exclusionary tactics throughout one's life, however, a recent study by a sociologist at the University at Buffalo reveals that a broader spectrum of disciplinary encounters, beyond just the harshest penalties, can have negative effects on the health and well-being of students in the future. The research, published in the journal Emerging Adulthood, has identified three distinct patterns of discipline among college-educated emerging adults, who are less likely to face the harshest forms of discipline. This broader understanding of discipline, based on a unique group of young individuals, highlights the importance of considering the wider consequences of disciplinary practices. While suspension and expulsion are commonly associated with the school-to-prison pipeline, this study suggests that the effects of these practices extend to college students as well, impacting their health rather than involving them in the c