How to tackle teasing and bullying
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 “having 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.
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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 recognize the signs of bullying among girls and be aware of its dangers.
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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 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 behavior from taking place.
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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 child the confidence they need to put bullying behind them.
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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.
