Submitted by Kathy (not verified) on July 19, 2007 - 09:07.
My daughter, now 29, was the victim of bullying behavior and it still brings tears to her eyes when we discuss this issue. She was very small in early elementary and that's when the bullying started by a girl from an emotionally abusive home. This is not a new issue, but tremendously facilitated by technology. Parents MUST be educated about the effect of cyberbullying, and must monitor use. We hope to start programs on Internet Safety at our PTO's this year.
Many girls are snarky and petty as adolescents and teachers are being irresponsible if they don't intercede and address bullying behavior in their classrooms. I know that boys at times participate in this behavior, and it can be devastating to boys as well. It just seems to be more prevalent with girls.
Old problem/ accelerated by new technology
Submitted by Kathy (not verified) on July 19, 2007 - 09:07.
My daughter, now 29, was the victim of bullying behavior and it still brings tears to her eyes when we discuss this issue. She was very small in early elementary and that's when the bullying started by a girl from an emotionally abusive home. This is not a new issue, but tremendously facilitated by technology. Parents MUST be educated about the effect of cyberbullying, and must monitor use. We hope to start programs on Internet Safety at our PTO's this year.
Many girls are snarky and petty as adolescents and teachers are being irresponsible if they don't intercede and address bullying behavior in their classrooms. I know that boys at times participate in this behavior, and it can be devastating to boys as well. It just seems to be more prevalent with girls.