Bullying, what does it mean for a child
to be bullied or the one doing the bullying.
Typically, bullying is used to gain power over someone else to control
and rule them. The issue is so important
that it must be addressed to save our youngest citizens. The US Secretary of Education Arne Duncan
shared “every state should have effective bullying prevention efforts in place
children inside and outside of school”.
We must advocate for better laws and bring a strong public awareness to
the issue. Pop Star Lady Gaga went to the White House to discuss
bullying prevention and keep in mind you do not have a be a celebrity to have
your voice heard. Our children need each
of us as adults to stand tall on this issue.
Some ways adults can intervene
effectively to reduce bullying is first identify unacceptable peer actions that
may include
1.
Physical
aggression (hitting, kicking, pushing);
2.
Verbal aggression (threatening, taunting, teasing);
and
3.
Exclusion from activities
We must engage in conversation with our
children and model appropriate ways to communicate with peers. Remember, children model what they see us
doing. If you are having a little
trouble beginning the conversation check out “Stop Bullying Now” website that shares
webisodes and games to start talking. If
you do not think it is an issue you need to address listen to Bullied Kid Turns Survivor. Let’s be proactive and stop this before it is
your child who is faced with the issue.
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