Worried your child is being teased about their appearance and not sure how to help? Concerned about the impact on their self-esteem? Use our articles and activities to help them understand what's happening and get information on how to stop bullying in school and outside.
There are many different types of bullying – in the real world and online. Sometimes the line between 'a bit of fun' and hurtful teasing can be blurred – especially during adolescence when young people are naturally more sensitive. This kind of teasing might not seem as serious as overt bullying, but it can still be upsetting and have long-lasting negative effects.
The more you can understand this kind of teasing – why it happens and how it feels – the more you can relate to your child's anxiety and distress.
Our articles and activities will help you support your child so they can understand and deal with appearance-focused teasing.
Start reading and sharing them with your child today. And if the taunting turns to bullying, don't hesitate to get professional help.
peer pressure
bullying at schools
talking topics
psychology
parent
8 to 16 years
It’s a sad fact that most young people experience bullying at some stage. But while boys and girls are equally likely to be on the receiving end, for a girl it’s more often hidden to the casual observer. That’s why it’s important for parents to recognise the signs of bullying among girls and be aware of its dangers.
peer pressure
bullying at schools
positive talk
talking topics
generation gap
body image
uniquely me
self-esteem
psychology
behaviour change
parent
8 to 14 years
Worried your child is being bullied and not sure how to tackle it? Use our action checklist to spot the signs of bullying and help beat it.
peer pressure
social media safety
looks and appearance
behaviour change
parent
11 to 16 years
Social media issues permeate every aspect of a young person’s life these days, whether it’s revealing TMI (Too Much Info) about their boyfriend or girlfriend on Snapchat, having public spats with their BFF (Best Friend Forever) on Twitter or inadvertently inviting gatecrashers by posting party details on Facebook.
peer pressure
talking topics
role models
celebrity culture
fashion
body image
looks and appearance
parent
8 to 16 years
Whether it's 'size 000', the 'thigh gap' or the 'ab crack', it seems that every few months brings a disturbing new thinness trend. How can you prevent your child being drawn into social media's latest body obsessions and encourage them to put their health and wellbeing above body perfectionism?
peer pressure
positive talk
talking topics
looks and appearance
self-esteem
psychology
behaviour change
parent
8 to 16 years
During adolescence, your child might want to avoid ‘sticking out’, but there’s no need for them to pretend they're something they're not. Use our action checklist to help your daughter or son resist peer pressure and enjoy being themselves.
bullying at schools
talking topics
body image
looks and appearance
psychology
parent
8 to 14 years
If your child has experienced bullying, we hope these anti-bullying activities will help them. Use The Letter Challenge video, activity and action checklist to give your daughter or son the confidence they need to put bullying behind them.
bullying at schools
talking topics
looks and appearance
psychology
parent
8 to 16 years
During adolescence, girls are hypersensitive about their appearance and body changes during puberty, and may be more susceptible to teasing and bullying. Help your daughter feel confident about her changing body – and be more sensitive to the feelings of others – with the Sticks and Stones video and action checklist.
peer pressure
talking topics
emotions and behaviour
parent
8 to 16 years
Bullying doesn’t just impact those directly involved. Perhaps your child isn’t a bully themselves, but has been a ‘bystander’ – someone who does nothing, even when they see someone being teased or bullied. They may think they are doing the right thing by keeping quiet – so it's important to teach them that by challenging a bully, instead of being a bystander, they can stop hurtful behaviour taking place.
bullying at schools
talking topics
psychology
behaviour change
parent
8 to 14 years
Bullying is a horrible fact of life and can affect us at any age. If your child is being bullied, use our action checklist to help them understand why it’s happening and how they can beat it.