Spanking and Lupus: Is There a Link? Unpacking the Stress Connection
: In many of these studies, "physical abuse" is the metric used rather than "corporal punishment" or "spanking." While some psychologists argue they exist on a continuum, medical data specifically linking the two to lupus is limited. Key Factors in Lupus Development spanking lupus link
Is there a direct medical link between spanking and developing lupus? Experts say no. However, we explore how chronic stress from trauma could influence autoimmune risk. Spanking and Lupus: Is There a Link