Girl, 6, Handcuffed, Committed Because Of Classroom Behavior

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Originally Posted by Clodfobble

has come very close to breaking my fingers more than once.

My son has done this too. I don't let him get a hold of my fingers anymore. They simply aren't in control of their bodies like we are. Another thing he likes to do is try to break my knees backwards by jumping on my legs when I have my feet stretched out on on the foot stool or coffee table and my knees are unsupported.

Kids can be incredibly strong and have no sense of when they are hurting you. They also get out of control at times.

I would have preferred it if the teachers used some sort of padded straps to restrain the kid. Handcuffs seem so harsh. But I have no problem with an out of control child being restrained, and I think it would be worse if padded straps were standard equipment in a school. Too much potential for abuse.