When you find yourself a target of bullying, you be might wondering what are the reasons why people bully in the first place. Why did they pick me over the person next to me? Why do they bully me and no one else? Why won’t’ they stop? There can be multiple reasons why people bully, but most bullies fit into one or more categories. Related: 5 Warning Signs That Your Kid Might … [Read more...]
Bullying Causes
We begin to explore the causes of bullying. It seems bullies are everywhere, in schools, at the grocery store, and even at work. But what are the underlying causes of them? Do we make ourselves a target or do the bullies have a life situation that turns them into bullies. Let's explore this topic together and hopefully find a solution to your own family problems.
What is the Bullying Epidemic Like in Britain?
We try to address bullying in every form imaginable, and these Bullying Facts in Britain are surprising even to us. Bullying isn't just a national crisis, it has become a global epidemic. Not only are our children constantly being faced with bullies tearing away at their confidence and self-esteem, we are seeing more and more adults fighting bullies in the workplace and in … [Read more...]
Help Your Kids Stay Alert About Bullies With These Verbal Bullying Facts
As bullying takes different forms, these verbal bullying facts are going to shed some light on areas you may need to teach your children to be more alert about bullies. Bullying is no longer about the big kid beating up the younger or smaller kid for lunch money. Verbal bullying has taken on a much larger role in our kids lives in the last few years.As cyberbullying is a … [Read more...]
Girls versus Boys: Do They Bully Differently?
Today we are going to look at a common question in bullying - Girls versus boys: do they bully differently? As parents evaluate the issues their children are having with bullies, understanding the differences between how boys and girls act and react can be a great help toward prevention and after care. The question is one that is definitely valid and worth asking, but it is … [Read more...]
Cyber Bullying Stories: What We Learned from You
As we talk more and more about ways to prevent bullying, we also must face the many Cyber Bullying Stories out there that are tough to accept. While I never personally experienced cyber bullying, I do know many who have. While this happens with adults, it is most often found with tweens and teenagers. We recently talked about Cyber Bullying Statistics and heard some of your … [Read more...]
Cyber Bullying Laws: Will They Protect Our Kids?
As we continue navigating bullying in our society, we must look at whether or not Cyber Bullying Laws can make a difference and change how things happen. With bullying laws becoming more and more common, it isn't hard to imagine cyber bullying laws becoming the norm as well. Since our children are becoming more active on social media, it is more common to see consequences of … [Read more...]
Spread Awareness In Style With Anti-Bullying Jewelry
Looking for great anti-bullying jewelry? Read on! Most causes that we fight for or against in society today have many forms of promotion. One thing we have noticed in recent years for a multitude of causes is the increase in jewelry, clothing and accessories in support of the cause itself. Why not Spread Awareness In Style With Anti-Bullying Jewelry? As we continue speaking … [Read more...]
Bullying Video On Social Media: Will It Make A Difference?
In recent news an American Sign Language class from Ocean City High School created a You Tube bullying video to help raise awareness and fight against this all too common method of belittling other students. Bullying Video On Social Media Will It Make A Difference? Let's look at some of the things in social media today that may or may not make a difference in our fight … [Read more...]
Friendship Bullies – The Hidden Danger That Gets Missed
What do you know about friendship bullies? Sadly, it's the danger that often gets missed when discussing bullying.My wife and I were fortunate enough to be blessed with two miracle daughters that bucked all the odds. My twins were born at only 25 weeks and were not given much chance of survival. They each had their challenges suffering through multiple surgeries and … [Read more...]
What Is Bullying?: An Easy Definition to a Difficult Problem
The topic of much controversy over the last few years has become a question in many a parents mind. What Is Bullying? With changes in society, activists speaking out daily and celebrity endorsements fighting against this new crime, do we even know what it really is? To help you understand more fully what bullying is, we have created a brief definition and check list that … [Read more...]
How to Talk to Your Teen About Sexting and Bullying
Have you heard of sexting? Basically, it's "naught" talk through texts. Sometimes it includes pictures that you wouldn't want your grandmother to see. It's also incredibly popular among teenagers. According to the FBI, up to 31% of kids as young as middle-school age have engaged in sexting. Can sexting lead to bullying? Sadly, it sure can.I'm a pretty open-minded … [Read more...]
Smartphone App Can Make Cyberbullying Easier
Can a smartphone app make cyberbullying easier than it already is? Quite possibly! Naked Security recently published an article on Snapchat explaining how the smartphone app can be used for nefarious purposes by those who want to hurt others.When the creators of Snapchat set out to provide a safer way to share photos and messages with friends and significant others, they … [Read more...]
Understanding the Different Types of Bullying
In the movies, a bully is often seen as a larger child who picks on the smaller children in some physical manner, such as stuffing them in lockers, stealing their lunch money, and so on. In reality, while some types of bullying have a physical element, there are actually many other ways in which a child can be bullied, and they all have the potential to cause long-lasting … [Read more...]
Silent Epidemic – Bullying
There is an increasing trend that needs to stop. Bullying of children is contributing to isolationist behavior, cutting or self mutilation, and most tragically, suicide. Many schools have a zero tolerance policy against bullying, but that is not always working. Children are afraid to report bullies. What can we do as mothers and fathers to prevent bullying? Not … [Read more...]