Mother disciplines son on highway in China, video sparks debate

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A woman in Zhengzhou, China, stopped her car on a highway to discipline her son after he threatened to jump out. The incident, which occurred in mid-February, was filmed and went viral, sparking discussions on parenting. In the video, the mother, Zhang, is seen using a tree branch to discipline her crying son while holding onto his coat. She stated her son's behavior was distracting her while driving, despite knowing the risks of stopping in the emergency lane. Zhang faces potential fines for her actions, which are against road safety regulations. In a follow-up video, her son acknowledged his mistake, and opinions on the incident remain divided online.


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