Educate your students, teachers, and other staff members about cyberbullying, its dangers, and what to do if someone is cyberbullied. Be sure that your school’s anti-bullying rules and policies address cyberbullying. Closely monitor students’ use of computers at school. Use filtering and tracking software on all computers, but don’t rely solely on this software to [...]
Posts under ‘School Bullying’
What works in bullying prevention?
There are many school-based bullying prevention programs. Although they vary in size and scope, the most promising programs incorporate the following characteristics: focus on creating a school-wide environment, or climate that discourages bullying, Surveys of students to assess the nature and extent of bullying behavior and attitudes toward bullying, Training to prepare staff to recognize [...]
Support your child, inform others and take action.
If you suspect your child is being bullied, remember to support your child, inform others and take action. First, focus on your child. Be supportive and gather information about the bullying. Tell your child you are concerned about him or her and ask questions. Contact your child’s teacher and/or principal. He or she will probably [...]
How to boost your self-esteem
Tell yourself that it is okay not to be the best at everything. Help out by doing chores around the house and volunteering in your community. Do things that you enjoy, or learn about new things you would like to try. Understand that there will be times when you will feel disappointed in yourself and [...]
What can you do if you see someone being bullied?
Although you may not be directly involved in the bullying, there may be times when you see others being bullied. And even though it may be easier to stand by and watch or ignore the bullying, try to keep in mind, we all need a little help from time to time. Think about how you [...]
Children Who Bully
Boys and girls who engage in bullying behavior tend to have a need to feel powerful and in control. They seem to get satisfaction from inflicting pain or hurting their peers, both physically and emotionally. Are aggressive with others (including parents and teachers) Frequently hit or push other children Are physically strong and socially dominant [...]
Helping Youth Develop Resiliency
Mental heath practitioners can play an important role in helping youth develop resiliency. Some strategies include being able to: Identify the youth’s assets. Identify the family’s assets. Role-model positive behavior. Encourage learning and participation in extracurricular activities. Encourage the youth to explore and identify his or her values and beliefs. Teach communication skills, problem-solving skills, [...]
Bullying and the Law
Is it against the law to bully? What are the rights and responsibilities of schools, parents, and students when it comes to providing a safe environment for learning? What are a school’s obligations when a student has confided in a counselor about a bullying incident? What are a school’s legal obligations when a student says [...]
Adolescents move from being primarily influenced by their parents to being strongly influenced by their peers
While bullying has been a problem for some kids since the beginning of schools, several factors have significantly increased the scope of the problem in recent years. One is the increase in the level of violence with students bringing guns to school. The other factor is the level of technology available, including cell phones and [...]
Comprehensive Prevention Strategies
Research and experience suggest comprehensive efforts that involve administrators, teachers and other school staff, students, and parents who are concerned about school violence and bullying are more likely to be successful than those based solely in the classroom. Comprehensive intervention encompasses clearly worded policies and stated codes of behaviors with consistent and supportive follow-through. Many [...]
