What causes bullying??
Family Factors
· Lack of warmth or attention at home.
· Modeling of aggressive behavior at home.
· Poor supervision Individual Factors
· Active, impulsive personality
· Lack of empathy for others
· Someone who craves attention and approval from others
School Factors
· School climate is perceived as uncaring or indifferent
· Teachers/staff unaware or unclear of bullying definitions or how to react
Bullying has significant effects on the target.
| Emotional Effects: | Physical Effects: |
| · left out | · stomach aches |
| · anxious | · weight loss or gain |
| · insecure | · headaches |
| · low self esteem | · grades drop |
| · F E A R | · drug or alcohol use |
| · depressed | · sexual activity |
| · withdrawn | · drop out of school |
| · aggressive | · assaultive |
| · angry | · suicidal |
| · vengeful | · homicidal |
Bullying is a LOSS experience…
LOSS of safety
LOSS of self-esteem
LOSS of belonging
LOSS of control over their own life
What to do if You Suspect Your Child is Being Bullied