15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-3.14.1 - Prohibited Behavior

The following behaviors are prohibited by anyone (parent, caregiver, or child) in all family home settings:

1. Corporal punishment, including hitting, spanking, beating, shaking, pinching, biting, and other measures that produce physical pain.

2. Withdrawal or the threat of withdrawal of food, rest, or bathroom opportunities.

3. Abusive or profane language, yelling, and/or harsh tones toward or around children is not allowed.

4. Any form of public or private humiliation, including threats of physical punishment.

5. Any form of emotional abuse, including rejecting, terrorizing, ignoring, isolating, or corrupting a child.

6. Use of any food product or medication in any manner or for any purpose other than that for which it was intended.

7. Inappropriate disciplinary behavior including putting soap or pepper in a child's mouth is not allowed.

8. Any acceptable disciplinary action that is not age-appropriate for the child or is excessive in time or duration.

Notes

15 Miss. Code. R. 11-55-3.14.1

Miss. Code Ann. § 43-20-8

Adopted 11/14/2024