[pyre]

> I shouldn't be so sarcastic about child abuse

What does it say about you if you feel that this is child abuse, but do nothing?

Also, by claiming that this is child abuse, you are grouping it with things like sexual and physical abuse. Are you sure that you are attempting to make such a strong statement?

[fred_durst]

The other reply to this talking about depriving your child of an education etc, is exactly what I would say. And absolutely, yes I feel that this is definitely child abuse.

[pyre]

Then, are the Amish 'abusing' their children? What about the Inuit[1]?

[1] http://indigenousfoundations.arts.ubc.ca/home/government-pol...

[hueving]

No, a fairer grouping would be with refusing to let your child attend a school, read books, or use the Internet.