Breaking the Cycle: Addressing the Realities of Bullying

Disturbing video of a student at Northwest High being bullied in a school bathroom has gone viral.

In a shocking incident at Northwest High School in Canal, Ohio, two boys insisted on forcing a special needs student to remove feces from a toilet with his hand while filming it. The video quickly went viral, and the two students will now face disciplinary action.

News Source: The Independent. Date: may 1st, 2023

How to prevent bullying?

• Promote kindness and empathy: Encourage kindness and empathy in the classroom and at home.
• Educate students, parents, and educators: Educate students, parents, and educators about the impact of bullying and how to recognize it.
• Enforce clear rules and consequences of bullying.
• Provide support for bully victims.

Dear Readers,

Bullying is a widespread issue in schools and communities all over the world. Bullying, whether physical, verbal, or online, can have a serious impact on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. In this newsletter, we'll bust some myths about bullying and share resources for its prevention and intervention.

Resources for help:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK

Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868

Childline India Foundation: 1098

iCALL: 022-25521111