Understanding and Supporting Children Facing Bullying Issues
Exploring the dynamics of bullying and ways to support students and families, this resource sheds light on recognizing signs of bullying, the different types of bullying, its effects on children, and the dangers of transference. It emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between bullying and mean behavior and offers tips on how to avoid fix-it mode and support students effectively.
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The Dynamics of Bullying & How to Support Your Student Child & Family Center Presenter: Leah Parker Outreach Specialist
Bullying Bullying encompasses a variety of negative acts that are repeated over a period of time and those acts are often linked to an imbalance of power.
Knowing the Difference Bullying Being Mean Actions are reaction based and do not single out anyone. The actions are intentional and single out a specific group or individual. Only occurs occasionally Pattern of behavior
Signs a Child is Bullying Others Getting into physical or verbal fights Having friends that bully others Increasingly aggressive Frequent visits to the principal s office or detention Unexplained extra money or new belongings Blaming others for their problems Do not accept responsibility for their actions Are competitive and worry about their reputation or popularity Source: Stopbullying.gov This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY
Types of Bullying Physical Verbal No one type of bullying is worse than another. They each can leave a lasting impact on a young person. Digital
The Effects of Bullying Depression & anxiety Loneliness Changes in sleep & eating patterns Loss of interest in activities they enjoy Health complaint (False or Real) Decreased academic achievement Possible use of unhealthy coping mechanisms Source: Stopbullying.gov
Avoid entering Fix it Mode Supporting Your Student Model proper anger management & problem solving skills Listen to your child s needs
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