Steps Schools Can Take to Stop Bullying

Title Today : Traumatic Effects of Bullying on ChildrenAuthor : Dr. Terry Ehiorobo - School principal at an alternative school in Kenosha, WI.

INTRODUCTIONbullying causing students to take drastic measures.bullying can cause long-lasting effects for the victimsmany targets of bullies do not have the chance to fight backsometimes triggers other traumatic eventssometimes triggers other traumatic events

The world of bullying has a life of its ownthe vicious acts continues to affect him

WHAT IS BULLYINGBullying 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. Both kids who are bullied and who bully others may have serious, lasting problems.

WHAT IS LASTING PROBLEMSHealth complaintsDecreased academic achievementDepression and anxiety

Steps Schools Can Take to Stop Bullying

5Stop bullying. No one deserves to feel worthless. Rebecca Black

*Rebecca Black is a Teen music artist who has been forced to leave her high school after being bullied relentlessly.

Counseling for Bullies Many bullies have themselves faced terrible difficultiesThese individuals displace their pain on others

Reflective Interviews with BulliesSchool officials and counsellors responsible for this.Place the bully in the shoes of his victim.Ask bullies to correct his attitude and seriously examine theirselves.

8Role of School PrincipalMeet with the bully firstInvite the victimMaking things right with the victimProvide victim confidence

Action of VictimReport the acts and actions of bullies.School leaders should not tolerate bullying.

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