Bullyproof Your Child
1) FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL: Support and Communication
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
- ‘Bullyproofing’ VS ‘Bullystopping’
- Support at home VS Acting on personal feelings
- Successful communication with school VS Blaming 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.
