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Most parents, teachers and children will at some time have to confront the problem of bullying. As mentioned in the "10 Tips for a Successful School Year", don't wait for a situation to occur before teaching your child how to respond to bullying. Start now - start young.
The earlier post discussed research that suggests a connection between parenting and bullying. Parents should monitor how they talk and teach their children. Give your child age-appropriate power to speak up for her needs and to become a successful problem solver. A healthy sense of personal mastery and knowing how and where to get help goes a long way in being capable in the world.
Here is important advice to help kids deal with bullies from Education.com and the Nemours Foundation:
Of course, teaching children to deal with bullying is not easy. But as parents and educators, we can do our best to understand the dynamics of bullying, to be informed, and to utilize the most effective responses when bullying occurs.