Bully-Proof Your Kid Eng
Bully-Proof Your Kid Eng
Bully-Proof Your Kid Eng
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THE VICTIM OF BULLYING
No single factor puts a child at risk of being bullied.
The are certain characteristics and unique traits that can increase
the likelihood of becoming a victim.
The typical victim has negative attitudes and beliefs about himself
or herself and others. He or she has trouble with social
interaction, does not have good social problem-solving skills,
performs poorly academically and is rejected and isolated by
peers.
Sensitivity, timidity, low self-esteem, isolation, difficulties with
making new friendships/relations.
The victim of bullying can also be a child that is strong (physically
or academically).
TYPES OF BULLY-VICTIM
the little adult - they are extremely intelligent which makes them
more emotionally and psychologically mature than their peers and
they feel uncomfortable associating with children of their ages.
a bossy child" they cannot work in a team, they want to control
everything and they are very stubborn.
grind" - they are taught egoism, they have been told that they are
the best.
Feedback:
How do they see me and why? What do they think about me?
Bullying can make a child feel helpless. Kids may want to handle it on their own
to feel in control again. They may fear being seen as weak or a tattletale.
Kids may fear revenge/backlash from the kid who bullied them.
Bullying can be a humiliating experience. Kids may not want adults to know what
is being said about them, whether true or false. They may also fear that adults
will judge them or punish them for being weak.
Kids who are bullied may already feel socially isolated. They may feel like no one
cares or could understand.
Kids may fear being rejected by their peers. Friends can help protect kids from
bullying, and kids can fear losing this support.
WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CHILD IS BEING
BULLIED?
1. Its just a game- ask others
2. Listen to what your child has to say. Dont ask too many questions. When
you react too strongly to what your child is saying, he might stop talking
because hes afraid hes going to upset you.
3. Empower your child. Lift your kid up by spending some time with him or her.
Let them know that they are important to you.
4. Teach your kid assertiveness. Teach your kid how to say no, how to solve
problems, how to react, BUT: without threatening them (ex. Be careful)
5. Coach your child on how to react. Practice with them dealing with diffucult
situation at home.
7. Find something your child is really good at doing: Help your child feel
good about himself by finding something he can do well. Choose some activities
hes good at and reinforce it
ADVICES
Avoid the bully and use the buddy system. Make sure you have someone
with you so that you're not alone.
Keep calm and carry on 1) say STOP 2) respond in a jokey sort of way 3) Act
brave, walk away, and ignore the bully. By ignoring the bully, you're showing
that you don't care. Eventually, the bully will probably get bored with trying to
bother you.
Tell an adult.
Find something your child is really good at doing.
Teach mindfulness Peaceful Piggy Meditation
Be an example. Show kindness.
THANK YOU!