CONTENTS

About This Course

Table of Contents

1. School Bullying: What It Is and Why It Hurts
2. The Role of Bullies, Victims, and Witnesses
3. Factors Contributing to Bullying and Violence
4. Screening and Assessment
5. Treatment For Children and Adolescents
6. Prevention and Intervention
7. Legal and Ethical Issues

Supplements
Case Studies
Fact Sheets
References
Resources

The ABCs of Bullying
Addressing, Blocking, and Curbing School Aggression

Warning Signs of Bullying/Victimization

Children may exhibit warning signs of being a victim of bullying. A child may be a victim of bullying if he or she:ref

• Returns from school with torn, missing, or damaged clothing, books, or belongings
• Has unexplained cuts, bruises, and/or scratches
• Has few, if any, friends
• Appears afraid to go to school
• Has lost interest in school work
• Complains of stomachaches or headaches
• Has trouble sleeping and/or has frequent nightmares
• Appears sad, depressed, or moody
• Appears anxious and/or has low self-esteem
• Is quiet, sensitive, or passive

If any of the above characteristics are present, a teacher, school personnel, or parent should follow up with the student first to explore what may be going on, then contact the appropriate mental health professional. The problems may or may not be related to bullying.