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Bullying
Cyberbullying and COVID-19
Cyberbullying has become an increasingly common and serious issue in recent years largely due to the easy access, and in some cases the anonymity, of digital devices. As children and teens spend more time online during the COVID-19 pandemic to complete virtual schoolwork and keep in touch with friends, cyberbullying may increase as well. Parents, […]
Talk Openly To Your Kids About Bullying
Bullying continues to make headlines around the country. In particular, cyberbullying has become an increasingly common and serious issue largely due to the easy access, and in some cases the anonymity, of digital devices. CHOC offers the following tips to help you start a conversation with your child around bullying, and guidelines to help you […]
How teens can deal with bullying: Teen advisers weigh in
One in five students age 12-18 in the U.S. have experienced bullying, according to the National Center for Education Statistics and Bureau of Justice. More than 70% of young people say they have seen bullying in their schools. Kids and teens who are bullied can experience physical and mental health issues, and problems at school. […]
Weight-Related Bullying – Tips Parents Should Know
Bullying continues to be an unsettling epidemic that’s most apparent in our children’s schools. There are many forms of this negative behavior, but weight is one of the top reasons why some kids get “teased,” a CHOC pediatric psychologist says. “This behavior could lead to eating disorders, such as anorexia or binge eating,” Mery Taylor, […]
Teach Your Child to be More Than a Bystander
October is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. While much has been shared about what to do if your child is being bullied, or what to do if your child is the bully, there is also a lot to be said on how not to become a bystander of this harmful behavior. Kids see bullying all the […]
