Responding to Student Bullying by Luke Lorenc https://padlet.com/lukelorenc/q6hlj2u10dashhqt Symptoms of bullying and strategies that educators can take to prevent and stop it. en-us 2021-10-16 17:46:05 UTC 2021-10-16 17:55:53 UTC hello@padlet.com Bullying lukelorenc https://padlet.com/lukelorenc/q6hlj2u10dashhqt/wish/1821313388 Bullying in General
Signs of a Bullied Child
  • Injuries that can't be explained
  • Belongings getting lost or damaged, such as clothes, toys, jewelry, etc.
  • Changes in eating habits:
    • Skipping meals at school
    • Binge eating
  • Bad dreams or insomnia
  • Loss of enthusiasm in schoolwork and attending school
  • Decreased academic achievement
  • Social avoidance
  • Lack of self-confidence and feeling helpless
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Self-harm; contemplating suicide
  • Running away from home
Prevent Bullying
  • Model respectful, inclusive behavior
  • Talk about what is bullying and how to appropriately stand up to it
  • Make clear how kids can get help
  • Check in on kids: how they're doing, their concerns, etc.
  • Support kids' special interests, hobbies, and clubs
  • Have students do written, oral, or artistic projects highlighting the effects and prevention of bullying
Responding to Bullying
  • Immediately intervene
  • Separate the kids involved
  • Ensure the safety of all involved
  • Attend to any urgent mental health or medical needs
    • Seek medical attention if need be
  • Be calm and reassuring
  • Model respectful behavior during intervention
  • Get police involved if:
    • A weapon is being used
    • There are threats of serious violence
    • There is already significant bodily injury or sexual abuse
    •  Any illegal act has been committed

Cyberbullying
Signs of Cyberbullying:
  • After using phone/computer, becoming upset or angry
  • Avoiding friends and family
  • Loss of interest in previously enjoyed hobbies and activities
  • Decreased academic achievement
  • Refuses to attend school 
  • Feels angry about particular classes
  • Depression or sadness
Addressing Cyberbullying:
  • Approach the child about it privately
  • Speak to the parent(s) about it.
  • Help students develop empathy for others
  • Encourage self-reflection of behavior in students
  • Reward students for positive behavior

Resources:
stopbullying.gov
Cyberbullying Warning Signs

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