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Bullying 101 Brochure Final
Bullying 101 Brochure Final
In this brochure, I will explore the topic of bullying that is occurring in schools. Bullying is an issue that has been happening in schools for a very long time and in todays day in age has become more prominent in all grade levels. In addition, to help solve this problem schools are implementing various programs to help reduce bullying. From individual programs to school wide programs, schools are determined to control this problem. The most commonly accepted definition of bullying, various forms of bullying, and resources for teachers about bullying are emphasized throughout the brochure.
Bullying 101
What new teachers should be aware of before going into the classroom.
Definition
A universal definition for bullying has not been established. However, there is a widespread agreement that bullying is a combination of repeated exposure of an individual to negative interactions directly or indirectly inflicted by one or more dominant persons. The harm may be caused through direct physical or psychological means and/or indirectly through encouragement of the process or avoidance by the bystander. (1) Although there might be some people who may disagree with one or more things or may want to add something to this definition, bullying consists of an oppressor and a victim.
Griselda Resendiz Educ 555 Character Education Dr. De Roche September 31, 2012
Direct Bullying: involves physical and verbal attacks on victims direct o EX: pushing, name calling in the lunch line, threatening someone, kicking, etc
Relational Bullying:It is a hidden type of aggression ( or hostile behavior) where peers harm other through purposeful manipulation and damaging of their peer relationship. (3) o Ex: Silent treatment, exclusions from the group, spreading rumors and gossip, taunting Cyber Bullying: involves the use of information and communication technologies such as e-mail, cell phone and pager text messages, instant messaging, defamatory personal Web sites, and defamatory online personal polling Web sites, to support deliberate, repeated, and hostile behavior by an individual or group, that is intended to harm others (3)
Victims Often have poor social skills. Lack the confidence to seek help. Dont have the support of the teacher or classmates who find them unappealing. Blame themselves and believe it is their own fault. Are desperate to fit in. View is very often reinforced by the attitude of adults in their lives. It is highly unlikely that they will seek help.
Abuse alcohol, drugs, or other illegal substances Abusive towards their loved one o Spouse, partner, children
Effects of Bullying
Research on the effects of being a bully or victim as a child is limited. However, there are strong signs that being either a bully or victim has strong implications in their health and adult lives. (according to no bully.org) For bullies: Susceptible to future problems of violence and delinquency Depression Show long term effects on their personal relationships and mental health
For victims: Same suicidal ideation rate as a victim groups Abuse alcohol, drugs, or other illegal substances Display anxiety, depression, diminished self-esteem, and social withdrawal Low self esteem and confidence Academic grades start to drop---sometimes leading into dropping out of school Some retaliate with violent behavior; o In 12 of 15 school shooting cases in the 1990s, the shooters had a history of being bullied. (11) For assistants, reinforces, and onlookers: Miss or skip school on purpose Depression, anxiety Increase in usage of alcohol, smoking, or drugs
The most significant thing a teacher can do is to talk to their students about bullying. Having an in depth conversation with the students will allow for them to see that is a serious and important issue. In particular, conversations about bullying at a younger age will begin to implement the notion in the childs mind that bullying is wrong and hurtful. Thus, hopefully preventing them from performing bullying acts of their own in the future. It is essential to note that in having this conversation with the students one must continue to keep the lines of communication open (9). For example, asking the students about concerns, checking in with them, and knowing their interests will allow for the students to trust the teacher. Most importantly, as a teacher we have a big influence on our students everyday, thus, we must be able to model positive behavior so that our students can be good people when they step out of the classroom.
o http://www.stopbullying.gov/kids/webisodes/ind ex.html On this website you can find fun short cartoon clips on bullying. At the end of each video there is a small quiz you and your students can take to see how much you know about bullying o http://www.pacer.org/bullying/video/ From music videos to cartoon clips, you will find a variety of videos dealing with bullying Lessons o http://teachers.net/lessons/posts/4333.html Here you will find a lesson you can do with your classroom to discuss bullying o http://www.pacer.org/bullying/resources/activiti es/ There are different activities one can do with ones students Books o Taking the Bully by the Horns byJay Carter and Kathy Noll
The following is a list of things teachers can do in the classroom to help students understand bullying. Talk about how to stand up to others Talk about strategies for staying safe, such as staying near adults or groups of other kids Encourage students to find an adult they trust on campus incase they encounter or see a problem related to bullying Discuss what bullying is Read articles, books, watch videos, etc about bullying If possible, share your own experience about bullying Have the school counselor come in to talk about bullying and the resources provided by the school
Hotlines o National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) The toll-free call goes to the nearest crisis center in our national network. These centers provide 24-hour crisis counseling and mental health referrals. o Prevention and Treatment for Child abuse 1-800-4CHILD
Works Cited 1. BMJ: British Medical HOurnal, Vol. 319, No. 7206 (August 7, 1999), pp. 348-351 2. Canadian Hournal of Education Vol. 28, No. 4 (2005), pp. 739-762 3. The Elementary School Hournal, Vol. 108, No. 5 (May 2008), pp 362-375 4. American Educational Research journal, Vol. 38, No2 (summer, 2001), pp 351-370 5. Crime Justice Vol. 17(1993) pp. 381-458 6. http://www.xtimeline.com/timeline/History-ofBullying-in Schoolshttp://foreverfamilies .byu.edu/Article.aspx?a=124 7. http://www.bullyingstatistics.org/content/schoolbullying-statistics.html 8. http://www.nobully.org.nz/guidelines.htm 9. http://www.stopbullying.gov/at-risk/effects/index.html
Conclusion
Bullying is an issue that is becoming of more and more interest to schools and they are taking it very seriously. From school wide, classroom, and individual anti-bullying programs, school are trying everything to help reduce the number of bullying incidents happening. However, in order for the programs to work, teachers need to be committed to doing everything in their hands to make the program work. Bullying is a significant problem that affects all students, not just the bully and the victim.