punitive approaches
[ˈpjuːnɪtɪv əˈproʊtʃɪz]
noun phrasepl: N/A (phrase)
abordagens punitivas
1. Methods or strategies that emphasize punishment, penalties, or negative consequences as a means of correction, deterrence, or enforcement
The school moved away from punitive approaches to discipline and adopted restorative practices instead.
A escola abandonou as abordagens punitivas para disciplina e adotou práticas restaurativas em seu lugar.
2. Policies or measures designed to penalize wrongdoing through sanctions, fines, or other deterrent mechanisms
The government implemented punitive approaches to combat tax evasion.
O governo implementou abordagens punitivas para combater a evasão fiscal.
3. In education and psychology, methods that rely on punishment rather than positive reinforcement or rehabilitation
Research shows that punitive approaches are less effective than supportive interventions in child development.
Pesquisas mostram que abordagens punitivas são menos eficazes do que intervenções de apoio no desenvolvimento infantil.
In Brazil, there has been increasing discourse about moving away from punitive approaches in educational settings, particularly following international trends in restorative justice and positive psychology. In the USA, punitive approaches have been increasingly criticized in criminal justice reform debates, with emphasis shifting toward rehabilitation and restorative practices.
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