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How to help your child if they are being bullied

On January 8, 2020
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Signs that your child is being intimidated or bullied

They exhibit signs or symptoms of injuries resulting from violence
They tend not to speak about friends or things going on at school
They appear stressed, frustrated and generally not themselves
They seem depressed and often spend time alone
They experience stomach pain, dizziness and a loss of appetite
They have nightmares or frequently wet the bed

Therefore, if any of the following issues arise parents should urgently explore whether their child is a bully or a victim of bullying:

A teacher informs you of problems at school
Your child is increasingly aggressive
Your child comes home with toys or other items that is not theirs
Your child is frequently accusatory
Your child does not accept responsibility for his or her actions
Your child is overly competitive and wants to be the center of attention.

How to help if your child is a victim of bullying

Urgently seek opportunities to speak with your child. If your child admits to being bullied, contact the school at the earliest opportunity in order to find out what the school plans to do to find a solution.
Help your child feel good about themselves. Encourage your child to take care of themselves, for instance, supporting them to be hygienic, maintain a healthy diet and use their free time constructively, such as exercising and other good uses of their time. Once your child begins to receive compliments from others, it will help build self-esteem, meaning that should they encounter a bully they will have the tools to protect themselves mentally.
Analyze the problems that are causing your child to be teased. For example, if your child is being persecuted for their possessions and often has money or objects stolen, try to find a way to stop this from happening. For example don’t send your child to school with too much money, and prohibit them from taking games, comics or other valuable items to school.
Teach your child the importance of having friends. A close group of friends can protect your child from becoming a target of bullying and persecution. Remind their child that when someone steals from them or intimidates them, they should tell an adult immediately.
Teach them to be brave. Encourage your child not to show signs of fear when being teased or tormented. These responses often result in the bully gaining satisfaction and continuing or increasing their negative behavior. Tell your child that they are not weak, and to be confident by calmly telling the bully to stop treating them this way. Moreover, it is essential that you teach your child not to meet violence with violence as this usually escalates negative situations.
Talk with the parents of the other party. Inform the parents of the situation so that you may work together to find a solution. This can go a long way toward ensuring that neither child falls into a cycle of negativity by either bullying or being bullied.

How to help your child if they are being bullied

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HIGHLIGHTS:

Signs that your child is being intimidated or bullied

Therefore, if any of the following issues arise parents should urgently explore whether their child is a bully or a victim of bullying:

How to help if your child is a victim of bullying

Meet the author

Yossamon Jiratthawong, M.D.

How to help your child if they are being bullied

Table of contents

HIGHLIGHTS:

Signs that your child is being intimidated or bullied

Therefore, if any of the following issues arise parents should urgently explore whether their child is a bully or a victim of bullying:

How to help if your child is a victim of bullying

Meet the author

Yossamon Jiratthawong, M.D.

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