Bullyproof Your Child
1) FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL: Communication and Support
2) CAREFULLY FIND OUT THE DETAILS: Who, What, Where, When
3) MAKE A SAFETY PLAN TOGETHER: Escape the bullying
4) GENEROUSLY GIVE SUPPORT: Care fosters healing
5) MAKE HOME SAFE AND NURTURING: Strengthen your child
- Focus on helping your child feel comfortable talking about the bullying.
- Focus on the care and healing of your child at home.
- Focus on planning specific ways your child can escape the bullying at school.
- Focus on successful communication with the school.
2) CAREFULLY FIND OUT THE DETAILS: Who, What, Where, When
- Remember: a bullied child is often afraid and ashamed to talk about the bullying.
- Look for signs of distress that could indicate bullying.
- Listen calmly with understanding.
- Ask the important questions slowly and carefully.
3) MAKE A SAFETY PLAN TOGETHER: Escape the bullying
- Make a safety plan together with your child.
- Make a safety plan together with the school.
- Constructive communication with school is essential to make a safety plan.
4) GENEROUSLY GIVE SUPPORT: Care fosters healing
- Show that you understand your child's feelings.
- Help your child think correctly about the bullying.
- Support your child’s overall well being.
5) MAKE HOME SAFE AND NURTURING: Strengthen your child
- Treat each other with kindness and respect.
- Make your child feel important.
- Help your child feel successful.