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LOOK: Project Anti Bully's research has found that 87% of students are being bullied daily within schools. Bullying is everywhere, at home, school, and through electronics. When no adult is watching or listening. That means you need to pay attention to your child’s behavior. Watch for aggressive signs at home – maybe your child is a bully. Also look out for signs that they feel afraid or sad – maybe your child is a bullying victim.
QUESTION: Ask lots of questions. What does your child think of other kids at school? Is your child feeling angry or afraid at school? What’s happening to make them feel that way? Is their school work declining?
LISTEN: Good listening skills are important. Adult attention can help stop bullying. Listen to your child’s answers carefully without making her or him feel threatened.
HELP: After listening carefully, talk to your child calmly. Explain why bullying is a problem. Ask how you can help them to stop it.
THINK: After your talk, spend some time thinking about what’s happening with your child. What other advice can you give them that will help stop bullying? Make sure it will prevent further violence rather than to cause it.
SEEK: You may need to seek outside help. If needed, speak to teachers, guidance counselors or other parents.
EXPLAIN: Children feel as though they must suffer in silence when having to face their bullies at school. Explaining to your child that fighting the battle quietly only causes more harm for them and that is important for them to face the situation.
JOIN: Project Anti Bully empowers young children globally to stand up against their bullies and to speak out. By filling out an investigator application, your child can join a team and raise their voice to fight back. Media, research, and a team help to conquer their fears of having to suffer alone. Remind your child that they are NOT alone, even if they feel as though they are.
CONTACT: We are online 24/7! You and your child can contact Project Anti Bully with questions/comments/concerns at contact.projectantibully@gmail.com
Raise Awareness, Not Anger!
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