Mean Girls and Bullying Boys: Pitfalls and Lessons for Parents By Debra Manchester MacMannis, LCSW Error #1: Denial of the problem. My first piece of advice to parents is to recognize that gossip and rumors are part of your kids’ landscape, and assume your child or teen will be touched [...]
On July 1, 2012, California’s new bullying law, Assembly Bill 1156 went into effect, making teachers and school administrators legally obligated to do something when a student reports bullying. If they do not comply with these laws, the student is allowed to transfer to a new school district. The bill, also known [...]
There are some important things that all parents, teachers and students should know about bullying and disabilities. 1. Students with disabilities are bullied more than their peers Students with disabilities often have difficulty with social interactions and struggle with self-esteem issues. The way that they stand out sadly makes them [...]
This is a PSA Web Video produced through STRUTT Central’s social awareness component in their programs for girls. This video is a serious example of the virus Cyber Bullying and it’s disease like effects. It illustrates how fast the virus spreads and infects others and can ruin the lives of [...]
The playground is where children learn many important lessons. While having fun, they are improving their motor coordination, agility and balance. By playing with their peers, they are learning how to make friends, share, and get along with others. They are practicing and refining their communication and social skills. Although [...]
