Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why are bullies so mean? – Daisy, age 9, Lake Oswego, Oregon Being bullied can make your life miserable, and decades of research prove it: Bullied children and teens are […]
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We’re heading back into the school season (sigh) and while there are many anti-bullying campaigns out there and an overall greater awareness of it, it’s still bound to happen and your child may be on the receiving end of it – or be the one delivering it. Your child may not want to talk about […]
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The biggest, most intimidating kid at school with the strongest fists and most aggressive personality is no longer the stereotypical school yard bully. In fact, today’s bullies don’t steal lunch money; rather they ruin reputations and create hurtful rumors using the internet and social media. However, the negative effects of victimization from a bully are […]
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