In a replication of a previous descriptive study, the uses of corporal punishment with mildly handicapped students in American public schools are described. A school discipline survey was mailed to 371 principals in 18 randomly selected states representing the nine U.S. census regions. Results indicated widespread use of corporal punishment with handicapped students at every grade level in the majority of regions of the United States. Descriptions of the use of corporal punishment across demographic and administrative/ procedural variables are provided and discussed. Comparisons of current findings to previous findings are made and trends noted and discussed, Further research directions and instructional implications are also provided.
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