LBGT students are not safe at school: They are disproportionately harassed, and few teachers are trained to help, by Marissa Higgins, 10-18-16
Adult mental health consequences of peer bullying and maltreatment in childhood: two cohorts in two countries, by Suzet Tanya Lereya, PhD, William E. Copeland, PhD, Prof E. Jane Costello, PhD, Prof Dieter Wolke, PhD, published online: 28 April 2015
What happens when the online bully is a child with special needs, by Kortney Peagram, 4-4-16
Yik Yak tests universities' defense of free speech, by Tasnim Shamma, 1-23-16
10 realities about bullying at school and online, by Linda Flanagan, 4-22-16
The sites listed on this page were compiled in 2016. Please click on the 'Blog Articles' tab to display drop down boxes that contain information from 2015 and 2014.
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From Teasing to Torment: School Climate Revisited Cover
From Teasing to Torment: School Climate Revisited, A Survey of U.S. Secondary School Students and Teachers provides an in-depth look at the current landscape of bias and peer victimization as reported by students and teachers from across the nation. In addition to examining various types of bias, including those based on race/ethnicity, religion, body size, and ability, this report provides a focused look at LGBTQ issues in secondary schools. Comparing findings to a similar survey we conducted in 2005, the report discusses the progress that has been made over the past ten years, as well as highlights the challenges that remain. It also offers recommendations and strategies to improve school climate for all students.
Specifically, the research report addresses:
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Suicide and Suicide Attempts in Adolescents
Want to end bullying? Get the popular students to help, by Jesse Singal, 1-6-16
Bullying: The invisible canary, by Jim Dillon, 10-17-16
Preventing bullying through science, policy, and practice - summary of report
Bullying and substance abuse: Who it affects and why
Bullying transcends childish acts such as teasing, rough housing or joking around. It can be a dangerous activity with devastating physical and psychological effects. It’s a prominent risk factor for substance abuse and addiction, but the person being bullied isn’t the only one at risk.