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This research aims to explore how different child discipline practices affect the likelihood of developmental delay and aggressive behavior in early childhood.

April 20, 2026Journal of Epidemiology0 citationsOpen Access

Child discipline practices and their relationship with suspected developmental delay and aggressive behavior in early childhood: a population-based cross-sectional study in Lao PDR

ANAbir NagataHamamatsu University MRMd Shafiur RahmanHamamatsu University School of Medicine ATAyana TAKEMOTOHamamatsu University

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This research aims to explore how different child discipline practices affect the likelihood of developmental delay and aggressive behavior in early childhood.
Population-based cross-sectional study design
Assessment of child discipline practices among caregivers
Evaluation of suspected developmental delay and aggressive behavior through observational measures
Analysis conducted in the context of Lao PDR
Significant associations found between harsh child discipline practices and increased risk of developmental delay
Higher instances of aggressive behavior linked to specific types of discipline
Implications suggest the need for improved caregiving strategies in low-resource settings

Abstract

Background: Early childhood offers a foundational window for developmental progress, yet many children in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) face risks of developmental delay (DD) due to inadequate or harsh caregiving environments. This study investigates the associations between child discipline practices (CDP) and suspected DD and aggressive behavior in Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR).

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