Teen girls more vulnerable to bullying than boys

(Science Daily). Date: May 7, 2019 Source: Rutgers University.   Summary:   Girls are more often bullied than boys and are more likely to consider, plan, or attempt suicide, according to research led by a Rutgers University-Camden nursing scholar. The authors write, “Bullying is significantly associated with depressive symptoms, suicidal ideation, suicide planning, and suicide attempts,” […]

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Social Media, Bullying & Mental Heath

A 21st Century Dilemma. Our rapidly changing world of technology can create challenges that go beyond our children’s ability to navigate. Platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, YouTube & Instagram have created easy opportunities for children to gossip, exclude others, bully, sexually act out and become victims of predatory behavior by others. This workshop will […]

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The Dignity for All Students Act

New York State’s Dignity for All Students Act (The Dignity Act) seeks to provide the State’s public elementary and secondary school students with a safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function. Learn more on the NYSed.GOV website.

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Bullying Prevention

It’s been reported that 56% of students witness bullying in their schools.  That number is only increasing as children get older and are exposed to more influences in their daily lives. You can do you part to help educate your children and their peers.  A number of national organizations have provided resources which you can […]

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