The Threat of Bullying among Teens

Bullying is a serious problem, but the threat gets downplayed when confused with the likes of teasing. This confusion needs to be addressed and resolved if the issue is to be dealt with effectively. Read full article
June 25th, 2014 09:29 am

Do Bullies Suffer From Low Self-Esteem?

Suffering from low self-esteem, bullies often rely on the pain of their victims to feel content with themselves. Parents and teachers can help them overcome this dangerous behavior. Read full article
June 24th, 2014 08:18 am

Admiration Overdose can Turn Kids into Bullies

For years, the deviant behavior of bullies was attributed to low self-esteem. However, this view is being challenged, with inordinate self-esteem being identified as the root cause of the problem. Read full article
June 20th, 2014 08:28 am

Teens and Bullying -- Australian Students Putting up a Fight

On National Day of Action against Bullying and Violation, schools and students across Australia are trying to ensure that the pervasive problem of bullying is dealt with effectively and conclusively. Read full article
June 19th, 2014 06:47 am

Dealing with bullying without physical retaliation

Millions of kids are scared to go to school because of bullies. This fear can be reduced by teaching them to get physical with bullies, but the solution is likely to make the situation even worse. Read full article
June 17th, 2014 07:55 am

Doing Away With Rules Can Curb Bullying

Educators and parents have been searching hard for a way to curb bullying among teens, but to no avail. However, a playground experiment at school in New Zealand may have led to a major breakthrough. Read full article
June 17th, 2014 07:51 am

Are Predators one step ahead of Protectors?

Online child abuse is a pandemic in the cyberspace, with the perpetrators putting technology to sinister use. Child protection agencies are inadequately prepared to deal with the issue. Read full article
June 12th, 2014 12:28 pm

Sane voices under attack by trolls on the prowl

The anonymity and freedom of speech offered by Twitter is often abused by teens. They exploit the opportunity to harass members, supporters and even sympathizers of liberal groups. Read full article
June 12th, 2014 12:24 pm

Anti-bullying Training Sessions for Parents Promises Change

Parents can play a vital role in curbing bullying. The anti-bullying parent training sessions supported by the Ireland Minister of Education and Skills aims to teach parents techniques to do that. Read full article
June 12th, 2014 12:19 pm

How the selfie culture can damage teens

Taking selfies and sharing them online for approval is becoming increasingly common among teens. This has the potential to damage their self-confidence and raise their vulnerability to cyberbullying. Read full article
June 11th, 2014 08:15 am