If your child wants to talk to you about bullying please listen carefully. He or she may feel scared, angry, lonely, sad, or guilty. Help your child talk about their feelings. Let them know that you love them and will help with this problem. The most important thing your child can do is to get help by telling an adult. Praise them for talking to you. Contact teachers or school administrators if you have a concern.
Even if your child does not mention bullying, talk about examples of it on television, in movies, or in books. Help them to recognize bullying. Give them some suggestions to deal with bullying behavior.
- Tell a trusted adult about bullying.
- Tell the person doing the bullying to stop.
- Ask a trusted friend for help.
- Stick with positive friends who help each other.
- Walk away from the situation.
- Avoid people, locations, and situations that may be connected with bullying.
With your support your child will learn the skills needed to stay healthy and help to make their school a safe place for everyone.
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