Topic: Putting an End to Kids Bullying Behavior
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Presenter: Emily Rentas LMHC
This workshop focused on the increasing awareness and events as a result of bullying. This can be present from the early developmental stages of children into adulthood. Recent news headlines and incidents have sparked a campaign across the nation shedding light onto this serious growing trend.
Discussion emphasized the understanding and definition of bullying is as well as commonly held beliefs and ideas school professionals may have when dealing with this problem. In addition, relational aggression, which is the most difficult form of bullying to spot because of the subtle covert bullying, was touched upon in order to further educate professionals in increasing awareness of potential situations. This form threatens social status and acceptance, which is a important in a child’s emotional and social development. Social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter, etc. have become a technological form of relational aggression as it can damage relationships, reputations, and bring other serious consequences, even in physical tragedies.
Most importantly, the workshop and discussion focused on several empowerment tools and aids professionals can use during times of crisis as well as further education for children for a healthy development of self. Although school professionals are asked to deal with these situations, empowering children to increase their own awareness and awareness of the situation can lead to more effective problem solving skills. This also included the signs of more serious issues or complications where a school professional can consider outside referral for mental health and family treatment.
Resourceful links to follow:
Chancellor Regulations: Student to Student Bias-Based Harassment, Intimidation, and/or Bullying
Video-How to Unmake A Bully
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