Handling schoolyard bullies
by Maxine Arthur
Your child storms through the door declaring he is never going back to school because he is sick of being “picked on” and he “hates” someone at school. When he runs out of steam, the tears start. The desire to protect your child kicks in, along with a few memories of schoolyard bullies from your own school days. The temptation to confront your child’s tormentor immediately is strong, but is this in your child’s best interests?
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by Maxine Arthur
Your child storms through the door declaring he is never going back to school because he is sick of being “picked on” and he “hates” someone at school. When he runs out of steam, the tears start. The desire to protect your child kicks in, along with a few memories of schoolyard bullies from your own school days. The temptation to confront your child’s tormentor immediately is strong, but is this in your child’s best interests? Read more
