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Robin Thicke’s Custody Battle

According to the court documents, Patton says she’s “become concerned about [Robin’s] drinking and drug use, as well as the forms of punishment he is using to discipline Julian.” Patton specifically cites the spankings, which she believes were too hard and made Julian “scared” of his father. While many parents turn to spanking their children, new research shows it has a lasting negative impact on children and increases noncompliance and aggression.