by Ellen Page

Created on: May 06, 2010   Last Updated: July 02, 2011

Why is it Still Happening?

Bullying is something that people can be a victim to, no matter of their age. It happens in schools and in adult life too. Why do people feel they have the right to make others feel bad and unhappy, does this make them feel good? A staggering amount of children are bullied, so it is important to know the signs and know how to deal with it.

It is important as a parent to instill good habits, behavior and respect from a young age. Parents should be a role model to their children, as how you act and react in situations teaches them what is acceptable. If you show anger and other negative behavior, then they will think that this is acceptable.

♦ What is Bullying?

Bullying can be emotional or physical, deliberate hurtful behavior that continues.

• Name calling

• Abusive comments

• Threats

• Teasing

• Damaging or taking the property of another

• Rumor Spreading

• Being hit or physically hurt

• Being excluded

♦ How to Recognize the Signs

Is your child being bullied? Noticing the signs early on is a key factor in reducing the damage. Here are a few examples of signs of bullying to look out for:

• Lack of interest in school, not wanting to go to school

• Not wanting to talk about school

• Self esteem lowers

• Moodiness

• School equipment or dinner money has been 'lost'

• Change in usual behavior

• Diet may change; your child may eat less

• Doing less well in school

• Being quiet and withdrawn

• Unexplained bruises

Bullying is bullying no matter how big or small. These are just some of the signs, if you notice a difference in your child's behavior, eating or sleeping habits, then maybe there is a problem and they are unhappy. Intervene if you think your child is being bullied, don't leave it. Enlist help from others, and try to encourage your child to talk to you.

♦ What to do if your Child is being Bullied

 What can you do as a parent?

All schools have an anti-bullying policy, so find out what it is. It is the school's responsibility to take action against bullying. Your child should feel safe at school. Make sure that your child knows what bullying is, and that it isn't acceptable. Also make sure you tell them that they can tell you any worries they have, no matter how trivial they may seem. Always be there for your child.

If you

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