Social media is a fact of life for a huge percentage of the population over about 12 years of age. For the younger generation(s) it’s the rare introvert who doesn’t have at least a Facebook identity, and probably accounts with several other networks. This intercommunication is wonderful in some ways but extremely hazardous in others, […]
Category: Bullying
Bullying stifles kids dreams
According to the latest figures from the ABA, Anti-Bullying Alliance, over 90% of children say they have either been bullied themselves, or seen other being bullied, for being talented or intelligent. The ABA is hosted by the NCB, National Children’s Bureau, and the research has been released to tie in with the start of Anti-Bullying […]
Autistic children a prime target for school bullies
Close to half of the teenagers that suffer from autism spectrum disorder suffer bullying while at school, according to a survey completed by their parents. This past Monday, the results of the study were published by the Archives of Paediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, and they suggest that the rate may be higher than the 11% […]
Easing the stress that divorce has on children
Divorce is a stressful time for everyone involved and this especially applies to any children involved. It can have long-reaching effects on a child, even into adulthood. With roughly half of UK marriages ending in divorce, there are many children, both younger children and teenagers, going through the trauma that this can bring. Whatever age […]
The school playing field is the latest place for bullies to strike
According to new research, children who are as young as eight years old are falling victim to both physical and mental bullying on the school playing field. 66%, or two thirds of the 1,010 parents who have children aged 8-16 have said that they have witnessed various forms of intimidation taking place while they have […]