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A Push Gone Too Far. By Diana Sanchez. What is Bullying?. Bullying has been around a very long time. . Link to Source. What is Bullying? . Affects learning environments with negativity & issues . Link to Source. Background. Bullying in the United States has increased
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A Push Gone Too Far By Diana Sanchez
What is Bullying? • Bullying has been around a very long time. Link to Source
What is Bullying? • Affects learning environments with negativity & issues Link to Source
Background Bullying in the United States has increased 29% of our youth is being bullied Link to Source
Back Story of Bullying • Bullying occurs in classrooms and playgrounds • Close interactions • Bullies like to intimate others • Physical aggression Verbal abuse
Back Story of Bullying • Bullies take “pride” in making younger and much weaker kids cry/ low self confidence Link to Source
IMPACTS Link to Source
Suicides Teasing Mocking
More in Depth 60% of identified bullies during their grades 6-9 years will be involved in at least one crime conviction by the age of 24
More in Depth • Schools want a “bully free” institution • Leaves students scarred from mockery • Culprits gain confidence from their bullying Link to Source
What is being done? Link to Source
Methods for Bullying Prevention • Zero Tolerance • Teachers must address the issue immediately as it occurs • Use a tone conveying disapproving their action • Do not draw attention to the victim • Focus how on the bully creates negativity
Methods for Bullying Prevention • Pull victim aside after class to make sure him/her is alright • Always reinsure them they can come to you if they continue to have the same problem • Give them the feeling of comfort Link to Source
Do Your Part • If you see anyone being bullied, say something • Don’t just let things go • Inform an adult or teacher about the issue • Help your fellow classmates out and help them see they are not alone Link to Source
Credits • The effect of bullying in school on children & adolescents • Source: Young Adult Library serv 8 no1 Fall 2009 • http://www.parentinged.com/bullying/The-Effect-Of-Bullying-In-School-On-Children-And-Adolescents.html • What to Say in Sticky Situations • Source: Instructor (2009) 119 no2 S/O 2009 • http://www.scholastic.com/ • Bullied to Death: An Interview with Julie Anne Peters and Jay Asher • Source: Voice Youth Advocates 32 no5 D 2009 • http://www.scarecrowpress.com/