Bullying involves unwanted aggressive behavior among school-aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. No single factor puts a child at risk, but some groups like LGBT youth may be at higher risk. Children are more likely to be bullied if they are perceived as different, weak, unpopular, or provoke others. Children are more likely to bully if they are aggressive, have issues at home, view violence positively, or have friends who bully. Warning signs of bullying include injuries, changes in eating or sleeping, declining grades, and self-destructive behaviors. Adults can help prevent bullying by talking to children, keeping communication open, encouraging interests and hobbies, and modeling kindness.
Teasing is when a person or group repeatedly tries to harm someone who is weaker or who they think is weaker. Sometimes it involves direct attacks such as hitting, name calling, or taunting. Sometimes it is indirect, such as spreading rumors or trying to make others reject someone.
Often people dismiss teasing among kids as a normal part of growing up. But teasing is harmful because it can lead to more serious forms of bullying. It can lead children and teenagers to feel tense and afraid. It may lead them to avoid school. For some, the effects of bullying last a lifetime.
Tragically, many of these victims choose to take their own lives because they feel as though they have taken all they can stand and have no more reasons to live.
Teasing is not something to be taken lightly; if your child is being teased take time to speak with the child about his or her emotions and make sure to be available for help and support.
Bullying is unwanted aggressive behavior among school-aged children involving a power imbalance that can cause physical and psychological harm. It includes verbal threats, spreading rumors, attacks, and social exclusion. Bullying occurs in different forms like verbal, social, physical, and cyberbullying. Children who are bullied, bully others, or witness bullying are at risk for issues like depression, poor school performance, substance abuse, and in rare cases, suicide or violence. Recognizing the warning signs of bullying is important to address the problem and support victims.
This document provides information about bullying, including definitions, types, where and when it occurs, who is at risk, and the effects on those involved. It defines bullying as unwanted, aggressive behavior among school-aged children involving a real or perceived power imbalance that is repeated over time or has the potential to be repeated. There are three main types of bullying: verbal, social, and physical. Bullying can occur in school, on the way to/from school, and online. Children who are bullied, bully others, or witness bullying are more likely to experience negative physical, school, and mental health issues. It is important for adults to respond quickly and consistently to bullying to prevent its negative effects.
This document discusses the psychology of bullying. It defines bullying as a pattern of deliberately harming and humiliating others. Bullies engage in this behavior to feel powerful by putting others down due to their own insecurities and inadequacies. There are different types of bullying, including physical, verbal, relational, and cyberbullying. Bullies target those they perceive as vulnerable in order to project their own flaws onto others. Both bullies and their victims can experience long-lasting negative consequences from bullying behaviors. It is important to tell others about bullying and take active steps to make it stop.
The Psychology of Bullying. Statistics & Societal Response Ireland. By There...Theresa Lowry-Lehnen
This document discusses the psychology of bullying in Ireland. It provides statistics on bullying in Irish schools, with over 200,000 children estimated to be at risk. Common forms of bullying are described as physical, verbal, social, and cyber. The document examines reasons why children bully, noting bullies often have low self-esteem or act out due to abuse. Victims are often socially isolated with long-term psychological impacts. Ireland launched an Action Plan in 2013 to address bullying through teacher training, anti-bullying programs and policy revisions.
Think2xTwice.org offers free anti bullying workshops for parents, students and teachers. Visit the website www.think2xtwice.org for more info or contact Traci Fant CEO Think2xTwice.org directly at stopteenviolence@live.com
Bullies often target students who are insecurely attached to their parents and have low self-esteem due to overprotective or controlling parenting. Research shows that children are frequently bullied starting at ages 8-9. Bullies tend to pick on those who are different in appearance, age, size, popularity, athletic ability, or academic performance. Parents can help prevent bullying by openly discussing it, encouraging their children to socialize with friends, and advising children to remain calm and tell a teacher if they are bullied.
Bullying has negative effects on children's development, causing issues like depression, anxiety, poor academic performance, and increased risk of suicide. Verbal, physical, emotional, and cyber bullying can all negatively impact victims. Preventing bullying through programs and policies aims to support children's healthy social and emotional growth.
Teasing is when a person or group repeatedly tries to harm someone who is weaker or who they think is weaker. Sometimes it involves direct attacks such as hitting, name calling, or taunting. Sometimes it is indirect, such as spreading rumors or trying to make others reject someone.
Often people dismiss teasing among kids as a normal part of growing up. But teasing is harmful because it can lead to more serious forms of bullying. It can lead children and teenagers to feel tense and afraid. It may lead them to avoid school. For some, the effects of bullying last a lifetime.
Tragically, many of these victims choose to take their own lives because they feel as though they have taken all they can stand and have no more reasons to live.
Teasing is not something to be taken lightly; if your child is being teased take time to speak with the child about his or her emotions and make sure to be available for help and support.
Bullying is unwanted aggressive behavior among school-aged children involving a power imbalance that can cause physical and psychological harm. It includes verbal threats, spreading rumors, attacks, and social exclusion. Bullying occurs in different forms like verbal, social, physical, and cyberbullying. Children who are bullied, bully others, or witness bullying are at risk for issues like depression, poor school performance, substance abuse, and in rare cases, suicide or violence. Recognizing the warning signs of bullying is important to address the problem and support victims.
This document provides information about bullying, including definitions, types, where and when it occurs, who is at risk, and the effects on those involved. It defines bullying as unwanted, aggressive behavior among school-aged children involving a real or perceived power imbalance that is repeated over time or has the potential to be repeated. There are three main types of bullying: verbal, social, and physical. Bullying can occur in school, on the way to/from school, and online. Children who are bullied, bully others, or witness bullying are more likely to experience negative physical, school, and mental health issues. It is important for adults to respond quickly and consistently to bullying to prevent its negative effects.
This document discusses the psychology of bullying. It defines bullying as a pattern of deliberately harming and humiliating others. Bullies engage in this behavior to feel powerful by putting others down due to their own insecurities and inadequacies. There are different types of bullying, including physical, verbal, relational, and cyberbullying. Bullies target those they perceive as vulnerable in order to project their own flaws onto others. Both bullies and their victims can experience long-lasting negative consequences from bullying behaviors. It is important to tell others about bullying and take active steps to make it stop.
The Psychology of Bullying. Statistics & Societal Response Ireland. By There...Theresa Lowry-Lehnen
This document discusses the psychology of bullying in Ireland. It provides statistics on bullying in Irish schools, with over 200,000 children estimated to be at risk. Common forms of bullying are described as physical, verbal, social, and cyber. The document examines reasons why children bully, noting bullies often have low self-esteem or act out due to abuse. Victims are often socially isolated with long-term psychological impacts. Ireland launched an Action Plan in 2013 to address bullying through teacher training, anti-bullying programs and policy revisions.
Think2xTwice.org offers free anti bullying workshops for parents, students and teachers. Visit the website www.think2xtwice.org for more info or contact Traci Fant CEO Think2xTwice.org directly at stopteenviolence@live.com
Bullies often target students who are insecurely attached to their parents and have low self-esteem due to overprotective or controlling parenting. Research shows that children are frequently bullied starting at ages 8-9. Bullies tend to pick on those who are different in appearance, age, size, popularity, athletic ability, or academic performance. Parents can help prevent bullying by openly discussing it, encouraging their children to socialize with friends, and advising children to remain calm and tell a teacher if they are bullied.
Bullying has negative effects on children's development, causing issues like depression, anxiety, poor academic performance, and increased risk of suicide. Verbal, physical, emotional, and cyber bullying can all negatively impact victims. Preventing bullying through programs and policies aims to support children's healthy social and emotional growth.
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This document discusses anti-bullying strategies and provides statistics about bullying among young people. It aims to empower children, help them feel valued and included, and encourage parents to discuss bullying. Peer relationships are important for social skills development, but bullied children often experience low self-esteem and depression. Around half of young people report bullying others or being bullied themselves. Appearance is the top reason cited for bullying. Most bullying is verbal, but cyberbullying and physical attacks are also issues. Developing safety networks and using restorative approaches can help address bullying problems.
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Intergenerational IssuesAdam Motiwala
This document discusses issues affecting Arab American youth mental health. It describes a case study of Amir, whose parents have an inaccurate view of his interests and experiences of bullying. Approximately 24% of American Muslim youth feel unsupported, and 20% of Arab students left American schools after 9/11 due to fears. Authoritarian parenting is associated with maladaptive outcomes in children like depression, while supportive parenting leads to better development. The document suggests youth may benefit from speaking to community organizations about their issues.
The document discusses bullying prevention and provides definitions and statistics about bullying. It defines bullying as negative actions that a student experiences repeatedly over time from one or more students, where there is an imbalance of power. Bullying can be direct physical, verbal, or non-verbal aggression or indirect actions to isolate or harm others. The effects of bullying include short and long-term impacts on victims, bullies, and bystanders. Prevention requires addressing individual, family, peer, school, and community risk factors.
Child Abuse - Sexual Harassment In-Service TrainingMichael Rogers
This document provides an overview of child abuse, including definitions of different types of abuse, indicators of abuse, mandated reporters, disclosure and reporting procedures, suicide ideation, God's response to abuse, and sexual harassment. It defines physical, emotional, and neglectful abuse and provides examples of indicators for each. It outlines Georgia's laws around mandated reporting and penalties for not reporting. It provides guidance on responding to a child's disclosure of abuse and establishing reporting protocols. It also addresses corporal punishment, sexual harassment, and establishing procedures for reporting harassment.
Bass Anglers Against Bullying PresentationSteve Gibson
Bass Anglers Against Bullying was formed to raise awareness of bullying among youth and educate students and parents on alternatives to bullying, such as bass fishing. Its goal is to involve young people in bass fishing to teach them positive roles models and alternatives to bullying, with the hope of eventually ending bullying in the area. The document defines bullying, describes the different types including verbal, social, physical, and cyberbullying. It outlines signs that someone is being bullied or bullying others, and provides information on the effects of bullying and percentages related to bullying. The document encourages speaking up if being bullied and provides advice for parents on recognizing signs and getting help.
This month spotlights bullying behavior and what kids and parents can do to identify it and stop it. We thought this would be timely as the school year begins.
Today, bullying has become much more pervasive and has taken on new methods, tactics and impact that have led, in many cases, to serious physical and mental abuse and even suicide by traumatized victims. The latest bullying statistics should make every parent take notice and take appropriate action with their children and their schools
Please feel free to share with your colleagues, friends and family.
Regards,
Chris Carney
The document discusses bullying, including what it is, different types of bullying, characteristics of bullies and victims, and ways to prevent and address bullying. It defines bullying as intentional hurtful behavior that happens repeatedly. Bullying can be physical, verbal, indirect, or cyber in nature. The document provides strategies for preventing bullying, helping oneself if being bullied, and helping others who are being bullied. It emphasizes treating others with respect, reporting bullying to trusted adults, and not joining in or watching without intervening.
Bullying is a widespread problem in schools globally that involves violent behavior between classmates intended to cause harm. The number of children affected by bullying is increasing, and Greece ranks 4th out of 41 countries for bullying incidents in schools. There are four main types of bullying: social, verbal, physical, and cyber. Bullying can have serious psychological consequences for victims such as depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, and social isolation. The presentation provides examples of different bullying behaviors and advises students who are being bullied to seek help by talking to teachers, parents, psychologists, or friends.
This document provides strategies for school staff to prevent and intervene in bullying situations. It begins with definitions of bullying and harassment. It then discusses the school culture and social dynamics that can contribute to bullying, including power imbalances and social hierarchies. The document outlines different roles in bullying situations, including perpetrators, targets, bully-victims, and bystanders. It provides warning signs for each of these roles. Finally, the document discusses strategies for intervening, including addressing the behavior immediately, supporting the target, applying consequences to the perpetrator, and enlisting parent support.
1. There are different types of bullying including physical, verbal, indirect, social alienation, intimidation, and cyberbullying.
2. Bullying statistics show that it is a widespread problem, with over 75% of students experiencing harassment and 20% admitting to bullying others.
3. Warning signs of being bullied include coming home with damaged belongings, injuries, losing interest in activities, and feelings of helplessness or wanting revenge.
Preventing Bullying Through Character FormationMann Rentoy
This document discusses strategies for preventing bullying through character formation. It begins by stating that true education involves both intelligence and character. It then discusses the negative effects of bullying and lists various types of bullying behavior. It provides facts about bullying and how to spot a bully or target. The document outlines physical, intellectual, social, and psychological effects of bullying. It discusses building empathy through classroom discipline. Finally, it proposes using nourishing language and banning toxic words to improve school climate.
This document provides an overview presentation on bullying prevention tips for parents. It discusses the social world of youth and how peer relationships develop from infancy through adolescence. It defines bullying and different types. Warning signs of bullying others and being bullied are outlined. Tips are provided for preventing bullying and cyberbullying. The document also offers guidance for what parents should do if their child is bullying, being bullied, or witnessing bullying.
This document discusses physical bullying, which involves repeatedly harming or intimidating another person through physical means such as hitting, pushing, or destroying property. Physical bullying most often occurs in schools, where it takes advantage of power imbalances. A survey of 50 students found that most had been bullied, and many felt bullying was a common problem that parents and teachers did not adequately address. The results mirrored issues in a book about bullying, showing it to be a widespread issue requiring greater awareness and prevention efforts.
The document discusses bullying, including definitions, types, how victims and bullies feel, and where it occurs. It defines bullying as repeated harmful behavior involving a power imbalance. Types include verbal, physical, social, and psychological bullying. Victims feel weak, suspicious, and have low self-esteem, while bullies abuse power to control others and may not feel empathy. Bullying can happen anywhere but is common in schools. Statistics on bullying in Spain show around 24% of children experience it, decreasing with age, and over half of bullied children also bully others at times. Solutions include family and school support and preventing unpunished attacks.
This document summarizes an article from the Elim Clinic Newsletter from February 2015. It discusses how addiction affects families and children. Some key points:
- Children in addict families often take on adult roles and responsibilities to care for parents and siblings. They learn not to trust their own feelings and experiences.
- Living with addiction is confusing for children, as they are taught not to believe what they see. They internalize feelings of shame and learn not to trust themselves or others.
- Children may adopt roles like the "responsible child" or "family hero" to cope with the dysfunction in the addict home. These roles can persist into adulthood.
- Growing up in an addict home is lonely and scary for children
Bullying negatively impacts students and the school environment. It takes many forms, from verbal to physical to cyber bullying. Students who are bullied may experience depression, low self-esteem, poor grades, and suicidal thoughts. Students who bully others are more likely to engage in risky behaviors and have negative perceptions of school. Witnesses to bullying also feel unsafe. When left unaddressed, bullying can create a climate of fear and disrespect in a school and interfere with learning. Schools can help prevent bullying by recognizing it, educating students and parents, and offering programs to promote a safe environment.
bullying and the effects it has on studentschris18
The document discusses bullying and its effects on students based on survey responses. Key findings include that 66.7% of students said some kids get bullied while others don't, 100% said bullying has led to student suicides, and bullying can occur both inside and outside of school. Cyberbullying is also discussed as a form of bullying that occurs through technology and allows anonymity. The document encourages students to not bully and instead be nice.
Domestic violence refers to abusive behavior within intimate relationships such as marriage, cohabitation, or dating. It can include physical, sexual, emotional, and economic abuse as well as intimidation and controlling behavior. Risk factors include stress, substance abuse, and witnessing abuse as a child. Effects on victims include physical injury or death as well as long-term mental and emotional health issues. Laws such as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 aim to protect victims and punish abusers.
Bullying interferes with learning and takes many forms such as teasing, assault, and harassment. It negatively impacts victims, bystanders, and bullies. Victims experience fear, loss of self-esteem, depression, and lower academic performance. Bystanders also feel fear and guilt. Bullies are more likely to drop out of school and engage in criminal behavior. Teachers should establish zero tolerance for bullying, closely supervise areas where it often occurs, and act immediately to address reported incidents.
This document summarizes a morning conference case involving a 14-year-old girl with chronic rhinosinusitis and recurrent ear infections. She presented with low immunoglobulin levels, recurrent sinopulmonary infections, and a low number of circulating B cells, consistent with a diagnosis of primary immunodeficiency. Specifically, her condition matches the characteristics of autosomal recessive agammaglobulinemia, which involves a profound loss of all immunoglobulin isotypes. The conference discusses the genetic causes, clinical manifestations, and treatment approach for this form of primary immunodeficiency.
Common variable immunodeficiency is characterized by low levels of immunoglobulins and recurrent sinopulmonary infections. It is usually diagnosed in the second or third decade of life. Complications include autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal problems, malignancies, and neurodegenerative disorders. Treatment involves immunoglobulin replacement therapy and monitoring for pulmonary damage and infections. Prognosis is generally good with immune globulin therapy, though those diagnosed after irreversible lung disease develop a shorter lifespan.
I’m a young Pakistani Blogger, Academic Writer, Freelancer, Quaidian & MPhil Scholar, Quote Lover, Co-Founder at Essar Student Fund & Blueprism Academia, belonging from Mehdiabad, Skardu, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan.
I am an academic writer & freelancer! I can work on Research Paper, Thesis Writing, Academic Research, Research Project, Proposals, Assignments, Business Plans, and Case study research.
Expertise:
Management Sciences, Business Management, Marketing, HRM, Banking, Business Marketing, Corporate Finance, International Business Management
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This document discusses anti-bullying strategies and provides statistics about bullying among young people. It aims to empower children, help them feel valued and included, and encourage parents to discuss bullying. Peer relationships are important for social skills development, but bullied children often experience low self-esteem and depression. Around half of young people report bullying others or being bullied themselves. Appearance is the top reason cited for bullying. Most bullying is verbal, but cyberbullying and physical attacks are also issues. Developing safety networks and using restorative approaches can help address bullying problems.
Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health Intergenerational IssuesAdam Motiwala
This document discusses issues affecting Arab American youth mental health. It describes a case study of Amir, whose parents have an inaccurate view of his interests and experiences of bullying. Approximately 24% of American Muslim youth feel unsupported, and 20% of Arab students left American schools after 9/11 due to fears. Authoritarian parenting is associated with maladaptive outcomes in children like depression, while supportive parenting leads to better development. The document suggests youth may benefit from speaking to community organizations about their issues.
The document discusses bullying prevention and provides definitions and statistics about bullying. It defines bullying as negative actions that a student experiences repeatedly over time from one or more students, where there is an imbalance of power. Bullying can be direct physical, verbal, or non-verbal aggression or indirect actions to isolate or harm others. The effects of bullying include short and long-term impacts on victims, bullies, and bystanders. Prevention requires addressing individual, family, peer, school, and community risk factors.
Child Abuse - Sexual Harassment In-Service TrainingMichael Rogers
This document provides an overview of child abuse, including definitions of different types of abuse, indicators of abuse, mandated reporters, disclosure and reporting procedures, suicide ideation, God's response to abuse, and sexual harassment. It defines physical, emotional, and neglectful abuse and provides examples of indicators for each. It outlines Georgia's laws around mandated reporting and penalties for not reporting. It provides guidance on responding to a child's disclosure of abuse and establishing reporting protocols. It also addresses corporal punishment, sexual harassment, and establishing procedures for reporting harassment.
Bass Anglers Against Bullying PresentationSteve Gibson
Bass Anglers Against Bullying was formed to raise awareness of bullying among youth and educate students and parents on alternatives to bullying, such as bass fishing. Its goal is to involve young people in bass fishing to teach them positive roles models and alternatives to bullying, with the hope of eventually ending bullying in the area. The document defines bullying, describes the different types including verbal, social, physical, and cyberbullying. It outlines signs that someone is being bullied or bullying others, and provides information on the effects of bullying and percentages related to bullying. The document encourages speaking up if being bullied and provides advice for parents on recognizing signs and getting help.
This month spotlights bullying behavior and what kids and parents can do to identify it and stop it. We thought this would be timely as the school year begins.
Today, bullying has become much more pervasive and has taken on new methods, tactics and impact that have led, in many cases, to serious physical and mental abuse and even suicide by traumatized victims. The latest bullying statistics should make every parent take notice and take appropriate action with their children and their schools
Please feel free to share with your colleagues, friends and family.
Regards,
Chris Carney
The document discusses bullying, including what it is, different types of bullying, characteristics of bullies and victims, and ways to prevent and address bullying. It defines bullying as intentional hurtful behavior that happens repeatedly. Bullying can be physical, verbal, indirect, or cyber in nature. The document provides strategies for preventing bullying, helping oneself if being bullied, and helping others who are being bullied. It emphasizes treating others with respect, reporting bullying to trusted adults, and not joining in or watching without intervening.
Bullying is a widespread problem in schools globally that involves violent behavior between classmates intended to cause harm. The number of children affected by bullying is increasing, and Greece ranks 4th out of 41 countries for bullying incidents in schools. There are four main types of bullying: social, verbal, physical, and cyber. Bullying can have serious psychological consequences for victims such as depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, and social isolation. The presentation provides examples of different bullying behaviors and advises students who are being bullied to seek help by talking to teachers, parents, psychologists, or friends.
This document provides strategies for school staff to prevent and intervene in bullying situations. It begins with definitions of bullying and harassment. It then discusses the school culture and social dynamics that can contribute to bullying, including power imbalances and social hierarchies. The document outlines different roles in bullying situations, including perpetrators, targets, bully-victims, and bystanders. It provides warning signs for each of these roles. Finally, the document discusses strategies for intervening, including addressing the behavior immediately, supporting the target, applying consequences to the perpetrator, and enlisting parent support.
1. There are different types of bullying including physical, verbal, indirect, social alienation, intimidation, and cyberbullying.
2. Bullying statistics show that it is a widespread problem, with over 75% of students experiencing harassment and 20% admitting to bullying others.
3. Warning signs of being bullied include coming home with damaged belongings, injuries, losing interest in activities, and feelings of helplessness or wanting revenge.
Preventing Bullying Through Character FormationMann Rentoy
This document discusses strategies for preventing bullying through character formation. It begins by stating that true education involves both intelligence and character. It then discusses the negative effects of bullying and lists various types of bullying behavior. It provides facts about bullying and how to spot a bully or target. The document outlines physical, intellectual, social, and psychological effects of bullying. It discusses building empathy through classroom discipline. Finally, it proposes using nourishing language and banning toxic words to improve school climate.
This document provides an overview presentation on bullying prevention tips for parents. It discusses the social world of youth and how peer relationships develop from infancy through adolescence. It defines bullying and different types. Warning signs of bullying others and being bullied are outlined. Tips are provided for preventing bullying and cyberbullying. The document also offers guidance for what parents should do if their child is bullying, being bullied, or witnessing bullying.
This document discusses physical bullying, which involves repeatedly harming or intimidating another person through physical means such as hitting, pushing, or destroying property. Physical bullying most often occurs in schools, where it takes advantage of power imbalances. A survey of 50 students found that most had been bullied, and many felt bullying was a common problem that parents and teachers did not adequately address. The results mirrored issues in a book about bullying, showing it to be a widespread issue requiring greater awareness and prevention efforts.
The document discusses bullying, including definitions, types, how victims and bullies feel, and where it occurs. It defines bullying as repeated harmful behavior involving a power imbalance. Types include verbal, physical, social, and psychological bullying. Victims feel weak, suspicious, and have low self-esteem, while bullies abuse power to control others and may not feel empathy. Bullying can happen anywhere but is common in schools. Statistics on bullying in Spain show around 24% of children experience it, decreasing with age, and over half of bullied children also bully others at times. Solutions include family and school support and preventing unpunished attacks.
This document summarizes an article from the Elim Clinic Newsletter from February 2015. It discusses how addiction affects families and children. Some key points:
- Children in addict families often take on adult roles and responsibilities to care for parents and siblings. They learn not to trust their own feelings and experiences.
- Living with addiction is confusing for children, as they are taught not to believe what they see. They internalize feelings of shame and learn not to trust themselves or others.
- Children may adopt roles like the "responsible child" or "family hero" to cope with the dysfunction in the addict home. These roles can persist into adulthood.
- Growing up in an addict home is lonely and scary for children
Bullying negatively impacts students and the school environment. It takes many forms, from verbal to physical to cyber bullying. Students who are bullied may experience depression, low self-esteem, poor grades, and suicidal thoughts. Students who bully others are more likely to engage in risky behaviors and have negative perceptions of school. Witnesses to bullying also feel unsafe. When left unaddressed, bullying can create a climate of fear and disrespect in a school and interfere with learning. Schools can help prevent bullying by recognizing it, educating students and parents, and offering programs to promote a safe environment.
bullying and the effects it has on studentschris18
The document discusses bullying and its effects on students based on survey responses. Key findings include that 66.7% of students said some kids get bullied while others don't, 100% said bullying has led to student suicides, and bullying can occur both inside and outside of school. Cyberbullying is also discussed as a form of bullying that occurs through technology and allows anonymity. The document encourages students to not bully and instead be nice.
Domestic violence refers to abusive behavior within intimate relationships such as marriage, cohabitation, or dating. It can include physical, sexual, emotional, and economic abuse as well as intimidation and controlling behavior. Risk factors include stress, substance abuse, and witnessing abuse as a child. Effects on victims include physical injury or death as well as long-term mental and emotional health issues. Laws such as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 aim to protect victims and punish abusers.
Bullying interferes with learning and takes many forms such as teasing, assault, and harassment. It negatively impacts victims, bystanders, and bullies. Victims experience fear, loss of self-esteem, depression, and lower academic performance. Bystanders also feel fear and guilt. Bullies are more likely to drop out of school and engage in criminal behavior. Teachers should establish zero tolerance for bullying, closely supervise areas where it often occurs, and act immediately to address reported incidents.
This document summarizes a morning conference case involving a 14-year-old girl with chronic rhinosinusitis and recurrent ear infections. She presented with low immunoglobulin levels, recurrent sinopulmonary infections, and a low number of circulating B cells, consistent with a diagnosis of primary immunodeficiency. Specifically, her condition matches the characteristics of autosomal recessive agammaglobulinemia, which involves a profound loss of all immunoglobulin isotypes. The conference discusses the genetic causes, clinical manifestations, and treatment approach for this form of primary immunodeficiency.
Common variable immunodeficiency is characterized by low levels of immunoglobulins and recurrent sinopulmonary infections. It is usually diagnosed in the second or third decade of life. Complications include autoimmune diseases, gastrointestinal problems, malignancies, and neurodegenerative disorders. Treatment involves immunoglobulin replacement therapy and monitoring for pulmonary damage and infections. Prognosis is generally good with immune globulin therapy, though those diagnosed after irreversible lung disease develop a shorter lifespan.
The document summarizes various techniques for selecting a baby's gender, ranging from most effective to least effective. The most effective techniques include in vitro fertilization (IVF), artificial insemination (AI), and preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). IVF and PGD allow for testing and selecting embryos of the desired gender, but they are also the most expensive and invasive options.
Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) is a primary immunodeficiency characterized by low levels of immunoglobulins IgG, IgA, and sometimes IgM, leading to recurrent infections. It results from defects in B cell maturation and activation. Genetic mutations have been found in genes involved in B cell growth and T cell-B cell interactions. Patients present with frequent bacterial infections and may develop complications like lymphoma. Treatment involves IVIG replacement and infection control. The condition has no cure and screening of family members is needed due to some genetic involvement.
This document discusses various methods for sex selection, both pre-implantation and post-implantation. Pre-implantation methods include the Ericsson method, IVF/PGD, and sperm sorting. Post-implantation methods include sex-selective abortion and infanticide. The most reliable method is PGD during IVF, which can select gender with near 100% accuracy. However, sex selection raises ethical concerns and is legally regulated differently in various countries and regions.
Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID) is a disorder where patients have low levels of immunoglobulins and antibodies, leading to frequent bacterial infections. It results from defects in B cells that prevent their maturation into plasma cells capable of producing antibodies. CVID is diagnosed through low immunoglobulin levels and treated with immunoglobulin replacement therapy. While the cause is unknown in most cases, it can be inherited and involves defects in B and T cell function and communication.
Child abuse and neglect pediatric and child rightBassam Daqaq
This document discusses the effects of divorce and separation on children of different ages. Younger children may feel confused, angry and sad by the changes in routine. Children aged 6-8 may feel guilty about not being able to "take care" of their parents. Older children can understand two points of view but need help expressing feelings like anger. Teenagers find peer relationships more important and divorce can accelerate their independence. Lack of consistency after separation can be unsettling for children of all ages. Overall, divorce typically results in feelings of abandonment, helplessness, worry and grief for the departed parent across developmental stages.
This document provides guidance for students on recognizing and preventing child abuse. It defines the different types of abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual and neglect. It outlines behavioral and physical indicators of abuse and discusses the effects abuse can have, such as mental health issues, learning problems and health problems later in life. It emphasizes that everyone has a role to play in recognizing and preventing abuse by understanding the signs, supporting children, reporting suspected abuse to authorities, and building strong communities.
This document provides guidance for parents on bullying for children aged 6 to 12. It defines bullying as repeated behavior that hurts or intimidates another person. The document discusses why children bully others and why some children are targeted. It outlines different forms bullying can take and how bullying affects both the victim and the bully. The document advises parents to look out for signs their child may be bullied and provides steps to take if a child discloses being bullied, including remaining calm, taking it seriously, not blaming the child, discussing plans with the child, and contacting the school. It also offers suggestions for helping a bullied child build confidence and strategies for parents to support both bullied children and children engaging in bullying behavior.
Bullying_Parent_Presentation, How to prevent bullyingAbuAliKhalid
This document provides information for parents on bullying and how they can help if their child is being bullied. It defines bullying, discusses the differences between bullying and conflicts, and common myths and facts about bullying. It outlines warning signs a child may be bullied and recommendations for what parents can do, such as talking to their child, documenting incidents, and contacting the school. The document also discusses cyberbullying and provides tips on how children can protect themselves from bullying. It notes potential signs if a child may be the bully and recommendations if that is the case. Resources for further information are also included.
Bullying and Cyber Bullying – from the classroom to the chatroom
Bullying is a difficult problem that far too many kids, and their parents, face. This has been with us for a long time. Nearly every child knows someone, or knows of someone, who has been bullied. With advances in communications, technology, smartphones and digital cameras, the problem has grown to be 24x7, and follows kids home. With events like Facebook’s anti-bullying campaign and well-publicized teen suicides resulting from bullying on Ask.fm, this issue has been prominent in the mainstream media. Join us for this unique discussion as we look at the psychological and technological issues surrounding modern bullying.
Bullying takes many forms, including physical and emotional harm. Boys are more likely to bully physically while girls tend to bully emotionally. Children who bully often come from homes with domestic violence and lack empathy. They seek power and control. Children who are bullied may be shy or different in appearance. Bullying has serious negative impacts and preventing it requires open communication, building self-esteem, monitoring children, and enforcing zero tolerance policies in schools. Both bullies and victims would benefit from counseling to develop empathy and healthy relationships.
Bullying takes many forms, including physical and emotional harm. Boys are more likely to bully physically while girls tend to bully emotionally. Children who bully often come from homes with domestic violence and lack empathy. They seek power and control. Children who are bullied may be shy or different in appearance. Both children who bully and are bullied are at risk for long term negative consequences. Schools and parents must work together to stop bullying through zero tolerance policies, counseling, and teaching empathy and conflict resolution skills.
This document discusses strategies for parents of children with disabilities who are being bullied. It defines different types of bullying behavior and provides advice on how to recognize if a child is being bullied, talk to them about it, and decide on appropriate intervention strategies. The document also discusses how parents can work with teachers and school administrators to prevent bullying and ensure laws protecting students with disabilities from harassment are followed.
This document discusses bullying and provides guidance for parents. It defines bullying as unwanted aggressive behavior involving a real or perceived power imbalance that is repeated over time. The document outlines different forms of bullying including verbal, physical, social, sexual, and cyber bullying. It discusses the roles of those who bully, are targeted, and witness bullying. The document provides advice for parents on warning signs, impacts of bullying, characteristics of those most at risk, why children may not tell, and what actions to take or avoid as a parent if bullying is suspected. It also covers helping children who bully and empowering bystanders to be upstanders.
Child neglect is the most common form of child abuse and occurs when a caretaker fails to provide for a child's basic needs. It can impair a child's development and cause long-term mental health issues. Neglect includes lack of supervision, medical care, food, clothing, shelter, and education. Over 700,000 children are abused annually in the US, with neglect being most common. Neglect in early childhood is particularly damaging and can impact brain development.
Child neglect is the most common form of child abuse and occurs when a caretaker fails to provide for a child's basic needs. It can impair a child's development and cause long-term mental health issues. Neglect includes lack of supervision, medical care, food, clothing, shelter, and education. Over 700,000 children are abused annually in the US, with neglect being most common. Neglect in early childhood is particularly damaging as it can impact brain development.
Child neglect is the most common form of child abuse and occurs when a caretaker fails to provide for a child's basic needs. It can negatively impact a child's development physically, mentally, and emotionally. There are different types of neglect including physical, medical, emotional, and educational. Signs of neglect include behavioral and emotional issues. Neglected children are more likely to experience mental health problems and relationship difficulties later in life. Nearly 700,000 children are abused annually in the US and neglect is the most common form, affecting about 1 in 10 children. Therapy and prevention programs aim to help neglected children.
Child neglect is the most common form of child abuse and occurs when a caretaker fails to provide for a child's basic needs. It can impair a child's development and cause long-term mental health issues. Neglect includes lack of supervision, medical care, food, clothing, shelter, and education. Over 700,000 children are abused annually in the US, with neglect being most common. Neglect in early childhood is particularly damaging as it can impact brain development.
Child Abuse in the U.S. discusses the different types of child abuse including neglect, physical abuse, emotional abuse, and sexual abuse. It provides definitions and examples of each type as well as common behavioral and physical signs. The document also discusses why people abuse children and includes statistics on child abuse victims in the U.S. It concludes by suggesting ways readers can get involved through careers, volunteering, or reporting any suspected abuse.
This document provides information for child life specialists on how to help address bullying. It defines bullying, identifies common myths, and describes the dynamics of bullies, victims, and bully-victims. It also recognizes contextual factors, recommends familiarity with intervention programs and tactics, and defines the role of child life specialists in intervention efforts. Tips are provided on addressing different types of bullying, including cyberbullying. The document emphasizes creating a school culture where bullying is not tolerated and sensitively intervening in situations.
This document discusses child neglect. It begins by stating that neglect is a form of child abuse that can cause significant damage. Examples provided include dangers to young children from being left alone at home as well as health risks from untreated illnesses. The document also notes that neglected children may be less likely to report other forms of abuse. It stresses the importance of recognizing signs of neglect and intervening by speaking to the parents or authorities.
Child abuse is doing something or failing to do something that results in harm to a child or puts a child at risk of harm. Child abuse can be physical, sexual or emotional. Neglect, or not providing for a child's needs, is also a form of abuse.
Most abused children suffer greater emotional than physical damage. An abused child may become depressed. He or she may withdraw, think of suicide or become violent. An older child may use drugs or alcohol, try to run away or abuse others.
Child abuse is a serious problem. If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, call the police or your local child welfare agency.
Bullying is unwanted aggressive behavior among school-aged children involving a real or perceived power imbalance that is repeated over time. It includes threats, spreading rumors, attacks, and social exclusion. While teasing between friends can be playful, bullying crosses a line when it becomes hurtful, unkind, and constant. Parents should be aware of signs that their child may be a victim, like distress, injuries, not wanting to go to school, or declining performance. If bullying is suspected, parents should talk to their child, reassure them, and work with the school to resolve it. Ignoring bullies and telling adults are advised over fighting back.
This document discusses child abuse, including definitions, types, signs, and effects. It defines child abuse as harm caused by a caregiver through action or neglect, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse as well as neglect. All forms of abuse negatively impact children by making them feel worthless and causing pain. Child abuse affects not just the victim, but also family and others close to the child. It is important to speak up and report any suspected abuse to help protect children.
10 things you may not know about BULLYINGRon Graham
This document provides information about bullying and cyberbullying. It discusses how defining problems incorrectly can prevent solutions. It introduces an approach called NSTAAB that focuses on changing language, perceptions, and moving from control to collaboration. The document outlines signs that a child may be bullying, being bullied, or experiencing depression. It discusses the link between bullying and suicide. It also covers topics like cyberbullying, sexting, grooming and provides statistics. Throughout it emphasizes the importance of monitoring children's technology use, open communication, and educating students and parents on these issues.
Overweight and obesity are both labels
for ranges of weight that are greater than what is generally
considered healthy for a given height. The terms also identify ranges
of weight that have been shown to increase the likelihood of certain
diseases and other health problems.
Corneal injury describes an injury to the
cornea. The cornea is the crystal clear (transparent) tissue covering the front
of the eye. It works with the lens of the eye to focus images on the retina.
Have you ever had
the "stomach flu?" What you probably had was gastroenteritis - not a
type of flu at all. Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the lining of the
intestines caused by a virus, bacteria or parasites. Viral gastroenteritis is
the second most common illness in the U.S. It spreads through contaminated food
or water, and contact with an infected person. The best prevention is frequent
hand washing.
Symptoms of
gastroenteritis include diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, fever
and chills. Most people recover with no treatment.
The most common
problem with gastroenteritis is dehydration. This happens if you do not drink
enough fluids to replace what you lose through vomiting and diarrhea. Dehydration
is most common in babies, young children, the elderly and people with weak
immune systems.
Bacterial gastroenteritis is inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by bacteria. Common symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea and vomiting. Doctors diagnose it by examining patients for dehydration and testing stool samples. Treatment focuses on rehydration. Most cases resolve in a few days without antibiotics. It often occurs from eating contaminated food from improper handling or storage. Proper hygiene and food safety can help prevent bacterial gastroenteritis.
Drug addiction is a chronic disease characterized by compulsive drug use despite harmful consequences. Effective treatment employs both medication and behavioral therapies tailored to the individual, with the goal of stopping drug use and supporting long-term recovery. Treatment approaches may include detoxification, individual/group counseling, therapeutic communities, and medications to ease withdrawal symptoms and prevent relapse. Treatment is most successful when it addresses all aspects of an individual's life and continues over an extended period of time.
Addiction results when a person ingests a
substance (alcohol, cocaine, or nicotine, for example) or repeatedly takes part
in an activity (gambling) that can be pleasurable, but the continued use of
which becomes compulsive and interferes with everyday life.
Common addictions include:
-- Alcohol abuse
-- Drug abuse
-- Exercise abuse
-- Pornography
-- Gambling
Classic symptoms of addiction include
impaired control over substances/behavior, preoccupation with
substance/behavior, continued use despite consequences, and denial. Behavior
patterns and habits associated with addiction are commonly characterized by the
pursuit of immediate gratification, coupled with negative long-term effects.
Physiological dependence results when the
body is unable to function normally in the absence of the substance or
behavior. This state produces the conditions of tolerance and withdrawl.
Tolerance is the result of the body
requiring larger volumes of the substance or stimulus in order to achieve the
original effects.
Withdrawal is the physical and
psychological symptoms experienced when the body no longer receives the
substance in the same quantities it has become reliant upon.
When winter temperatures drop significantly below normal, staying
warm and safe can become a challenge. Extremely cold temperatures
often accompany a winter storm, so you may have to cope with power failures and icy roads. Although staying indoors as much as possible can help reduce the risk of car crashes and falls on the ice, you may also face indoor hazards.
Many homes will be too cold—either due to a power failure or because the heating system isn't adequate for the weather. When people must use space heaters and fireplaces to stay warm, the risk of household fires increases, as well as the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Exposure to cold temperatures, whether indoors or outside, can cause other serious or life-threatening health problems. Infants and the elderly are particularly at risk, but anyone can be affected. To keep yourself and your family safe, you should know how to prevent cold-related health problems and what to do if a cold-weather health emergency arises. The emergency procedures outlined here are not a substitute for training in first aid. However, these procedures will help you to know when to seek medical care and what to do until help becomes available.
Maintaining a healthy office environment requires attention to chemical hazards, equipment and work station design, physical environment (temperature, humidity, light, noise, ventilation, and space), task design, psychological factors (personal interactions, work pace, job control) and sometimes, chemical or other environmental exposures.
A well-designed office allows each employee to work comfortably without needing to over-reach, sit or stand too long, or use awkward postures (correct ergonomic design). Sometimes, equipment or furniture changes are the best solution to allow employees to work comfortably. On other occasions, the equipment may be satisfactory but the task could be redesigned. For example, studies have shown that those working at computers have less discomfort with short, hourly breaks.
Situations in offices that can lead to injury or illness range from physical hazards (such as cords across walkways, leaving low drawers open, objects falling from overhead) to task-related (speed or repetition, duration, job control, etc.), environmental (chemical or biological sources) or design-related hazards (such as nonadjustable furniture or equipment). Job stress that results when the requirements of the job do not match the capabilities or resources of the worker may also result in illness.
When quitting smoking many people feel the need
for help in the form of a tobacco substitute. There are a wide variety of
different products billed as alternatives to smoking that are supposedly healthier.
The main additive in cigarettes that makes them so addictive is
nicotine. Hence most of the products that aim to replace smoking are nicotine
replacements such as nicotine gum, inhalers, patches and medications.
Other products are sold as smokeless tobacco such as snuff and hookah or as better because they are low yield cigarettes. Not all of these smoking substitutes are
healthy or even better than cigarettes.
Tobacco use can lead to nicotine dependence and serious health problems. Cessation can significantly reduce the risk of suffering from smoking-related diseases. Tobacco dependence is a chronic condition that often requires repeated interventions, but effective treatments and helpful resources exist. Smokers can and do quit smoking. In fact, today there are more former smokers than current smokers.
This document provides strategies for reducing alcohol consumption or abstaining from drinking. It suggests keeping track of alcohol intake, setting limits on drinking days and quantities, pacing drinks and having non-alcoholic drinks between alcoholic ones. Avoiding triggers for drinking and planning responses to resist social pressure are also recommended. Practicing refusal skills by role playing expected situations can help build confidence to say no to drink offers. The goal is for the reader to choose strategies that work for them and maintain control over their own drinking choices.
Don't give up
Changing habits such as smoking, overeating, or drinking too much can take a lot of effort, and you may not succeed with the first try. Setbacks are common, but you learn more each time. Each try brings you closer to your goal. Whatever course you choose, give it a fair trial.
If one approach doesn't work, try something else. If a setback happens, get back on track as quickly as possible. In the long run, your chances for success are good.
Research shows that most heavy drinkers, even those with alcoholism, either cut back significantly or quit.
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is a set of symptoms that people who have a history of alcoholism experience when they stop drinking. People who are casual drinkers rarely have withdrawal symptoms.
People who have gone through withdrawal before are more likely to have withdrawal symptoms each time they quit drinking.
Symptoms of alcohol withdrawal can range from severe to mild, and can include:
-- Insomnia
-- Nightmares
-- Irritability
-- Fatigue
-- Shakes
-- Sweats
-- Anxiety
-- Depression
-- Headaches
-- Decreased appetite
Severe withdrawal symptoms include fever, convulsions and delirium tremens (DTs). Those who experience DTs may become confused, anxious and even have hallucinations. DTs can be very serious if they are not treated by a doctor.
Eat healthy
-- Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains every day.
-- Limit foods and drinks high in calories, sugar, salt, fat, and alcohol.
-- Eat a balanced diet to help keep a healthy weight.
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Learn the Facts
When you get a preventive medical test,
you're not just doing it for yourself. You're doing it for your family and
loved ones:
-- Men are 24 percent less likely than women
to have visited a doctor within the past year and are 22 percent more likely to
have neglected their cholesterol tests.
-- Men are 28 percent more likely than women
to be hospitalized for congestive heart failure.
-- Men are 32 percent more likely than women
to be hospitalized for long-term complications of diabetes and are more than
twice as likely than women to have a leg or foot amputated due to complications
related to diabetes.
-- Men are 24 percent more likely than women
to be hospitalized for pneumonia that could have been prevented by getting an
immunization.
The single most important way you can take
care of yourself and those you love is to actively take part in your health
care. Educate yourself on health care and participate in decisions with your
doctor. This site will help you get started.
Learn the Facts
When you get a preventive medical test, you're not just doing it for yourself. You're doing it for your family and loved ones:
-- Men are 24 percent less likely than women to have visited a doctor within the past year and are 22 percent more likely to have neglected their cholesterol tests.
-- Men are 28 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for congestive heart failure.
-- Men are 32 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for long-term complications of diabetes and are more than twice as likely than women to have a leg or foot amputated due to complications related to diabetes.
-- Men are 24 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for pneumonia that could have been prevented by getting an immunization.
The single most important way you can take care of yourself and those you love is to actively take part in your health care. Educate yourself on health care and participate in decisions with your doctor. This site will help you get started.
When you get a preventive medical test, you're not just doing it for yourself. You're doing it for your family and loved ones:
Men are 24 percent less likely than women to have visited a doctor within the past year and are 22 percent more likely to have neglected their cholesterol tests.
Men are 28 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for congestive heart failure.
Men are 32 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for long-term complications of diabetes and are more than twice as likely than women to have a leg or foot amputated due to complications related to diabetes.
Men are 24 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for pneumonia that could have been prevented by getting an immunization.
The single most important way you can take care of yourself and those you love is to actively take part in your health care. Educate yourself on health care and participate in decisions with your doctor. This site will help you get started.
The document provides information about various types of cancer screening tests for women. It discusses screening for breast cancer via mammogram, clinical breast exam, and breast self-exam. It also discusses screening for cervical cancer via Pap test and sometimes HPV test, as well as screening guidelines. The document notes there is no reliable screening for ovarian, uterine, vaginal or vulvar cancers but discusses risk factors and symptoms to watch for.
Injury is the #1 killer of children and teens in the United States. In 2009, more than 9,000 youth age 0-19 died from unintentional injuries in the United States. Millions more children suffer injuries requiring treatment in the emergency department. Leading causes of child injury include motor vehicle crashes, suffocation, drowning, poisoning, fires, and falls.1 Child injury is predictable and preventable. It is also among the most under-recognized public health problems facing our country today.
Progress has been made in preventing child injury. Child injury death rates have decreased 29% in the last decade.2 Yet injury is still the leading cause of death for children and teens. More can be done to keep our children safe.
Shiatsu is a physical therapy that supports
and strengthens the body’s natural ability to heal and balance itself. It works
on the whole person - not just a physical body, but also a psychological,
emotional and spiritual being.
Shiatsu originated in Japan from traditional
Chinese medicine, with influences from more recent Western therapies. Although
shiatsu means ‘finger pressure’ in Japanese, in practise a practitioner uses
touch, comfortable pressure and manipulative techniques to adjust the body’s
physical structure and balance its energy flow. It is a deeply relaxing
experience and regular treatments can alleviate stress and illness and maintain
health and well-being.
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2. Overview
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among
school aged children that involves a real or
perceived power imbalance. The behavior is
repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over
time. Bullying includes actions such as making
threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone
physically or verbally, and excluding someone from
a group on purpose.
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3. Risk factors
No single factor puts a child at risk of being bullied
or bullying others. Bullying can happen
anywhere—cities, suburbs, or rural towns.
Depending on the environment, some groups—
such as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgendered
(LGBT) youth, youth with disabilities, and socially
isolated youth—may be at an increased risk of
being bullied.
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4. Risk factors
**Children at Risk of Being Bullied **
Generally, children who are bullied have one or
more of the following risk factors:
-- Are perceived as different from their peers, such
as being overweight or underweight, wearing
glasses or different clothing, being new to a
school, or being unable to afford what kids
consider “cool”
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5. Risk factors
**Children at Risk of Being Bullied **
-- Are perceived as weak or unable to defend
themselves
-- Are depressed, anxious, or have low self esteem
-- Are less popular than others and have few
friends
-- Do not get along well with others, seen as
annoying or provoking, or antagonize others for
attention
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6. Risk factors
**Children at Risk of Being Bullied **
However, even if a child has these risk factors, it
doesn’t mean that they will be bullied.
**Children More Likely to Bully Others **
There are two types of kids who are more likely to
bully others:
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7. Risk factors
**Children at Risk of Being Bullied **
-- Some are well-connected to their peers, have
social power, are overly concerned about their
popularity, and like to dominate or be in charge of
others.
-- Others are more isolated from their peers and
may be depressed or anxious, have low self
esteem, be less involved in school, be easily
pressured by peers, or not identify with the
emotions or feelings of others.
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8. Risk factors
**Children at Risk of Being Bullied **
Children who have these factors are also more
likely to bully others;
-- Are aggressive or easily frustrated
-- Have less parental involvement or having issues
at home
-- Think badly of others
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9. Risk factors
**Children at Risk of Being Bullied **
-- Have difficulty following rules
-- View violence in a positive way
-- Have friends who bully others
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10. Risk factors
**Children at Risk of Being Bullied **
Remember, those who bully others do not need to
be stronger or bigger than those they bully. The
power imbalance can come from a number of
sources—popularity, strength, cognitive ability—
and children who bully may have more than one of
these characteristics.
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11. Warning signs
There are many warning signs that may indicate
that someone is affected by bullying—either being
bullied or bullying others. Recognizing the warning
signs is an important first step in taking action
against bullying. Not all children who are bullied or
are bullying others ask for help.
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12. Warning signs
It is important to talk with children who show signs
of being bullied or bullying others. These warning
signs can also point to other issues or problems,
such as depression or substance abuse. Talking to
the child can help identify the root of the problem.
**Signs a Child is Being Bullied **
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13. Warning signs
Look for changes in the child. However, be aware
that not all children who are bullied exhibit
warning signs.
Some signs that may point to a bullying problem
are:
-- Unexplainable injuries
-- Lost or destroyed clothing, books, electronics, or
jewelry
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14. Warning signs
-- Frequent headaches or stomach aches, feeling
sick or faking illness
-- Changes in eating habits, like suddenly skipping
meals or binge eating. Kids may come home from
school hungry because they did not eat lunch.
-- Difficulty sleeping or frequent nightmares
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15. Warning signs
-- Declining grades, loss of interest in schoolwork,
or not wanting to go to school
-- Sudden loss of friends or avoidance of social
situations
-- Feelings of helplessness or decreased self
esteem
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16. Warning signs
-- Self-destructive behaviors such as running away
from home, harming themselves, or talking about
suicide
-- If you know someone in serious distress or
danger, don’t ignore the problem. Get help right
away.
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17. Warning signs
**Signs a Child is Bullying Others **
Kids may be bullying others if they:
-- Get into physical or verbal fights
-- Have friends who bully others
-- Are increasingly aggressive
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18. Warning signs
**Signs a Child is Bullying Others **
-- Get sent to the principal’s office or to detention
frequently
-- Have unexplained extra money or new
belongings
-- Blame others for their problems
-- Don’t accept responsibility for their actions
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19. Warning signs
**Signs a Child is Bullying Others **
-- Are competitive and worry about their
reputation or popularity
**Why don't kids ask for help?
Statistics from the 2008–2009 School Crime
Supplement show that an adult was notified in
only about a third of bullying cases. Kids don’t tell
adults for many reasons:
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20. Warning signs
**Signs a Child is Bullying Others **
-- Bullying can make a child feel helpless. Kids may
want to handle it on their own to feel in control
again. They may fear being seen as weak or a
tattletale.
-- Kids may fear backlash from the kid who bullied
them.
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21. Warning signs
**Signs a Child is Bullying Others **
-- Bullying can be a humiliating experience. Kids
may not want adults to know what is being said
about them, whether true or false. They may also
fear that adults will judge them or punish them for
being weak.
-- Kids who are bullied may already feel socially
isolated. They may feel like no one cares or could
understand.
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22. Warning signs
**Signs a Child is Bullying Others **
-- Kids may fear being rejected by their peers.
Friends can help protect kids from bullying, and
kids can fear losing this support.
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23. How to talk about bullying
Parents, school staff, and other caring adults have
a role to play in preventing bullying. They can:
-- Help kids understand bullying. Talk about what
bullying is and how to stand up to it safely. Tell kids
bullying is unacceptable. Make sure kids know how
to get help.
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24. How to talk about bullying
-- Keep the lines of communication open. Check in
with kids often. Listen to them. Know their
friends, ask about school, and understand their
concerns.
-- Encourage kids to do what they love. Special
activities, interests, and hobbies can boost
confidence, help kids make friends, and protect
them from bullying behavior.
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25. How to talk about bullying
-- Model how to treat others with kindness and
respect.
**Help Kids Understand Bullying**
Kids who know what bullying is can better identify
it. They can talk about bullying if it happens to
them or others. Kids need to know ways to safely
stand up to bullying and how to get help.
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26. How to talk about bullying
-- Encourage kids to speak to a trusted adult if they
are bullied or see others being bullied. The adult
can give comfort, support, and advice, even if they
can’t solve the problem directly. Encourage the
child to report bullying if it happens.
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27. How to talk about bullying
-- Talk about how to stand up to kids who bully.
Give tips, like using humor and saying “stop”
directly and confidently. Talk about what to do if
those actions don’t work, like walking away
-- Talk about strategies for staying safe, such as
staying near adults or groups of other kids.
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28. How to talk about bullying
-- Urge them to help kids who are bullied by
showing kindness or getting help.
**Keep the Lines of Communication Open**
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29. How to talk about bullying
Research tells us that children really do look to
parents and caregivers for advice and help on
tough decisions. Sometimes spending 15 minutes a
day talking can reassure kids that they can talk to
their parents if they have a problem. Start
conversations about daily life and feelings with
questions like these:
-- What was one good thing that happened today?
Any bad things?
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30. How to talk about bullying
-- What is lunch time like at your school? Who do
you sit with? What do you talk about?
-- What is it like to ride the school bus?
-- What are you good at? What would do you like
best about yourself?
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31. How to talk about bullying
Talking about bullying directly is an important step
in understanding how the issue might be affecting
kids. There are no right or wrong answers to these
questions, but it is important to encourage kids to
answer them honestly. Assure kids that they are
not alone in addressing any problems that arise.
Start conversations about bullying with questions
like these:
-- What does “bullying” mean to you?
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32. How to talk about bullying
-- Describe what kids who bully are like. Why do
you think people bully?
-- Who are the adults you trust most when it
comes to things like bullying?
-- Have you ever felt scared to go to school
because you were afraid of bullying? What ways
have you tried to change it?
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33. How to talk about bullying
-- What do you think parents can do to help stop
bullying?Have you or your friends left other kids
out on purpose? Do you think that was bullying?
Why or why not?
-- What do you usually do when you see bullying
going on?
-- Do you ever see kids at your school being bullied
by other kids? How does it make you feel?
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34. How to talk about bullying
-- Have you ever tried to help someone who is
being bullied? What happened? What would you
do if it happens again?
Get more ideas for talking with children about life
and about bullying. If concerns come up, be sure to
respond.
There are simple ways that parents and caregivers
can keep up-to-date with kids’ lives.
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35. How to talk about bullying
-- Read class newsletters and school flyers. Talk
about them at home.
-- Check the school website
-- Go to school events
-- Greet the bus driver
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36. How to talk about bullying
-- Meet teachers and counselors at “Back to
School” night or reach out by email
-- Share phone numbers with other kids’ parents
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37. How to talk about bullying
**Encourage Kids to Do What They Love**
Help kids take part in activities, interests, and
hobbies they like. Kids can volunteer, play
sports, sing in a chorus, or join a youth group or
school club. These activities give kids a chance to
have fun and meet others with the same interests.
They can build confidence and friendships that
help protect kids from bullying.
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38. How to talk about bullying
**Model How to Treat Others with Kindness and
Respect**
Kids learn from adults’ actions. By treating others
with kindness and respect, adults show the kids in
their lives that there is no place for bullying. Even if
it seems like they are not paying attention, kids are
watching how adults manage stress and conflict, as
well as how they treat their
friends, colleagues, and families.
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