This timely Brief offers up-to-date findings about bullying--from trends
and outcomes to assessment and identification--and workable approaches
to combat this social epidemic on multiple fronts. The book examines
links between bullying and mental health issues, the complex dynamics
between bully and bullied (especially since bullies themselves may be
victimized by others), and new challenges presented by youth involvement
in social media. Effects of whole-school interventions involving
students, teachers, and administrators, on bullying and its
consequences, are concisely presented. And clinicians have guidelines
for coordinating with children, parents, schools, and the community.
Included in the coverage:
- State statutes and federal anti-bullying efforts.
- A parent's perspective on the bullying of special-needs children.
- School-based prevention programs.
- Bullying and special populations.
- Parent strategies to reduce cyber-bullying.
- Best practices for promoting awareness and advocacy.
Practical Strategies for Clinical Management of Bullying is an
important reference for clinicians, parents, professionals at
child-serving agencies and organizations, school administrators and
staff, policymakers, and child advocates. Its coverage strikes the right
balance between intervention and prevention, with effective methods for
helping victims--and bullies--heal.