Be On The Lookout For Bullying

Hartford Courant

One misconception about bullying, experts say, is that it has to be a repeated event.

But research shows that a child can be bullied just one time and have lasting problems.

So parents should be on the lookout for signs that their child is either a bully or being bullied.

Experts say many believe that the victims of bullying are loners and socially awkward, but that's not always the case. Bullying can affect a wide range of children.

Some kids who are being bullied might start to withdraw. But others might overcompensate at school and in sports so they can escape what they're dealing with.

Once you identify the problem, parents can step in, letting teachers and administrators know that there's an issue and have them be on the lookout. Parents can also help their children prevent bullying by teaching them to speak up if they see others doing it.

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