When we talk about the mental health and well-being of victims, we cannot ignore the role that the parent has played regarding the apparent inability of the child to cope with bullying that takes place at school. A child who has not been well socialised and tends to...
Cyberbullying is bullying with the use of digital technologies. It can take place on social media, messaging platforms, gaming platforms and mobile phones. It is repeated behaviour, aimed at scaring, angering or shaming those who are targeted. Many parents are unaware...
Cyberbullying is a major concern worldwide and parents are at a loss to deal with this pervasive and growing problem. From my experience I have noticed that a number of children who were bullied at school have turned to cyberbullying, seemingly to get their own back....
A child cannot bring themselves up. They are totally dependent on an adult, usually the parents and teachers, to equip them with the necessary skills that will enable them to take on all the challenges that life presents to them. It is up to the parent to instill in...
What is Bullying? Bullying can take various forms and occur in different settings. Here are five examples of different forms of bullying: 1. Verbal bullying: This form of bullying involves the use of hurtful words, insults, name-calling, or teasing to belittle or...