How can Kids deal with Bullying?

Before we start by the ways to teach your kids how to handle bullying, why don’t we take a look at the concepts and the causes behind?

According to Unicef, “A bully intends to cause pain, either through physical harm or hurtful words or behaviour, and does so repeatedly. Boys are more likely to experience physical bullying, while girls are more likely to experience psychological bullying.”, which is definitely true. Bullying can happen in person or online and it has no limits. It is caused by people generally who tend to dominate or exhibit power in cruel ways.

When do we intervene?

It’s not a difficult question to answer. Your child’s emotional, mental and physical health can be damaged due to effects of bullying. Hence you need to look for signs such as anger outbursts,
sudden changes in mood, sadness, speaking less, low academic performance, avoiding social situations, physical symptoms like stomach pain, anxiousness, inattentiveness, poor body language etc.

We understand watching your child face bullies can be disheartening. Hence we came up with research-backed tips to help you out.

1. Teach your children about the fundamental basics of bullying. What kind of discomfort other people can cause them, how they can be harmed, the sense of harsh words being used upon, etc. Empathize with your children and don’t make it fearful for them. Make them believe that YOU ARE THERE for them, which will build their Confidence.
2. Have gentle conversations about feelings. Discuss how to recognize their emotions and deal with any conflicts that arise in relation to those feelings. This is a key part of Personality Development, helping them understand themselves and others better.
3. Teach them to reach out for help from elders like teachers, parents, and support staff. Make them feel comfortable with their situation by showing your presence. Ask the school
authorities about the code of conduct for bullying and seek help wherever possible.
4. Teach them patience. Kids often act impulsively, which can lead to mental and physical harm. Encourage them to talk appropriately and avoid confrontations when possible. Ignoring bullies can sometimes reduce their motivation, as they often seek a reaction. This approach not only protects your child but also strengthens their Personality Development by promoting self-control and resilience. cases. Ignoring the bullies makes them feel less happy about it, so eventually such people might stop as well.
5. Teach your kids to recognize non-verbal cues exhibited by bullies, such as unwanted persistent eye contact, inappropriate touching, poking to cause irritation, etc. Understanding these cues is crucial for protecting themselves and maintaining Confidence in challenging situations.
6. Focus on your child’s effective communication and social skills and help them learn proper Body Language to project self-confidence. This not only deters bullies but also empowers your child to stand tall in any situation.

Final words:
Bullying can happen anywhere, at any age, and we at Cuekids are here to prepare your kids to tackle bullies by enhancing their communication, cultural, emotional, and social skills, setting them on the path to successful Personality Development in a rapidly evolving world.

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Reference:
Nationwide Children’s Hospital (nationwidechildrens.org)