Adults normally tend to underestimate or downplay the seriousness and amount of bullying that occurs in schools that their children study at. What they should actually realize is that bullying is a widespread problem that is very serious and needs to be addressed in order to safeguard children and make a safer and secure learning environment. Some of the ways in which Anti Bullying can be achieved include the following.
Being keen. Warning signs are capable of telling in there are instances of bullying. Signs like lost belongings, avoidance of school, unexplained injuries, change in feeding habits, destroyed items, among others. Nonetheless, some children will not develop such signs, and others may hide them. Being keen then becomes necessary. Ensure to engage your child frequently and ask questions that encourage constructive conversation.
Avoid ignoring it. Never conclude that a situation may be just a friendly tease. You should be aware that different children cope at differing levels, and what may be a friendly tease to one could actually be upsetting and humiliating to another. If you find a student feeling threatened in any way, take necessary measures and assure the student that you are there for him or her any time she may be in need.
React whenever you notice something. Ensure you intervene within time before you even interpret whether a problem exists between students. Never brush it off as childish play and they will get over it. Some students never do, and this may affect them for the rest of their life. Make sure that you address any questionable behavior.
Be calm. Never take sides whenever intervening a confrontation. Maintain respect that you would like to see the kids portray. If the hostility was physical, ensure everyone is safe, and attend to anyone who is injured. Ask the bystanders to go on with their activities and take involved students to a safe place.
Dealing with the involved students in private. Solving things in public will not yield anything. Students involved should be discouraged to talk to each other before the issue is solved. Bystanders should also not be given a chance to provide their opinions. Rather, talk to each student individually and get a bystander to tell you what happened. This measure will ensure that everyone provides their own side of the story without having to worry what the other will say or think.
Listen and do not make prejudgment. There are chances that the student you may suspect of being the bully is actually a retaliating victim. It could also be a result of an undiagnosed health condition or mental or psychological issue. Instead of rushing to make conclusions that are unjustified, take your time and listen to each student.
Hold the bystanders accountable. Bystanders usually provide audience for bullies, and they are often in real sense encouraging it. Explain to them that that kind of behavior is wrong and unacceptable, and they are responsible to stop it. Make them know that you are a caring adult and you can always be approached in case they are bullied, see or suspect any form of bullying.
Being keen. Warning signs are capable of telling in there are instances of bullying. Signs like lost belongings, avoidance of school, unexplained injuries, change in feeding habits, destroyed items, among others. Nonetheless, some children will not develop such signs, and others may hide them. Being keen then becomes necessary. Ensure to engage your child frequently and ask questions that encourage constructive conversation.
Avoid ignoring it. Never conclude that a situation may be just a friendly tease. You should be aware that different children cope at differing levels, and what may be a friendly tease to one could actually be upsetting and humiliating to another. If you find a student feeling threatened in any way, take necessary measures and assure the student that you are there for him or her any time she may be in need.
React whenever you notice something. Ensure you intervene within time before you even interpret whether a problem exists between students. Never brush it off as childish play and they will get over it. Some students never do, and this may affect them for the rest of their life. Make sure that you address any questionable behavior.
Be calm. Never take sides whenever intervening a confrontation. Maintain respect that you would like to see the kids portray. If the hostility was physical, ensure everyone is safe, and attend to anyone who is injured. Ask the bystanders to go on with their activities and take involved students to a safe place.
Dealing with the involved students in private. Solving things in public will not yield anything. Students involved should be discouraged to talk to each other before the issue is solved. Bystanders should also not be given a chance to provide their opinions. Rather, talk to each student individually and get a bystander to tell you what happened. This measure will ensure that everyone provides their own side of the story without having to worry what the other will say or think.
Listen and do not make prejudgment. There are chances that the student you may suspect of being the bully is actually a retaliating victim. It could also be a result of an undiagnosed health condition or mental or psychological issue. Instead of rushing to make conclusions that are unjustified, take your time and listen to each student.
Hold the bystanders accountable. Bystanders usually provide audience for bullies, and they are often in real sense encouraging it. Explain to them that that kind of behavior is wrong and unacceptable, and they are responsible to stop it. Make them know that you are a caring adult and you can always be approached in case they are bullied, see or suspect any form of bullying.
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