An effective school bullying policy should include the following essential elements: 1. Definition of Bullying: The policy must clearly define bullying in all its forms—physical, verbal, and cyberbullying. For instance, physical bullying can involve hitting, pushing, or theft; verbal bullying includes name-calling, teasing, and spreading rumors; and cyberbullying covers sending harmful messages or posting embarrassing […]
There are different types of bullying, each with its own characteristics and consequences: 1. Physical Bullying: This is the most obvious form of bullying, involving hitting, kicking, biting, pinching, pulling hair, or even threatening physical harm. 2. Verbal Bullying: Words can hurt deeply. This includes name-calling, mocking nicknames, spreading rumors, and persistent teasing. 3. Emotional […]
The “Lucifer Effect” is a term popularized by psychologist Philip Zimbardo to explain how ordinary people can commit acts of cruelty or evil when placed in certain circumstances. This concept, deeply rooted in Zimbardo’s famous Stanford Prison Experiment, explores how situational forces, power dynamics, and social pressure can push otherwise decent individuals to act in […]
“You can’t do this. You’re too weak. You’re not fast enough; you’re too slow. Get out of the way; you’re out of your league. You’ll never be good enough—go back to your little life. How can you think like this? Don’t you realize it will never happen for you? You’re stupid for even considering it! You’re nothing. Small. Insignificant!” We can all […]
In the realm of human relationships, the dynamics between individuals can often resemble a complex play with recurring roles that shape interactions. One such framework that helps to understand these dynamics is the Drama Triangle, a concept developed by psychologist Stephen Karpman. This model outlines three distinct roles: the Victim, the Rescuer, and the Persecutor. […]
Have you ever heard the phrase, “It’s your fault”? It stings, doesn’t it? No one likes to be blamed, especially when they feel they’ve done their best or when circumstances were beyond their control. But what if we took a moment to rethink this idea? What if owning our part in situations, even the tough […]
1. Nervous or disturbed appearance when receiving texts or alerts on their cell phone.2. Suddenly complains of headaches, nausea, or other stress-related symptoms. Requests not to go to school or to come home earlier than usual.3. Difficulty sleeping, regularly wakes up tired, experiences frequent nightmares.4. Becomes withdrawn, has mood swings, becomes aggressive, or shuts down […]
Being alone means being by yourself, without the company of another person. Loneliness, on the other hand, is a feeling of abandonment and sadness due to isolation or distance from others. Being alone is a physical state, while loneliness is a state of mind, an emotion. You can be in a room full of people […]
We never forget bullies, but we also remember those who had the power to act and did nothing. Often, bystanders remain passive, not intervening to stop the attacks or stand up for the victim. I admit, I’ve been guilty of the same. Sometimes, I witnessed bullying and did nothing, thinking my voice wouldn’t make a […]
Recently, during a presentation on bullying for a school service center, some parents shared heartbreaking stories of children facing bullying and isolation at school. This reminded me of the importance of distinguishing between rudeness, meanness, and bullying. Rudeness: Rudeness involves hurting someone unintentionally. For example, a child might throw leaves in another child’s face without […]