Many have family problems and are bullied themselves. Facts about bullies Many have family problems and are bullied themselves.

Bullies & Emotional Intelligence or the lack there of….. Hank Nicols hjnicols@yahoo.com

Facts about bullies Many are angry.

Facts about bullies Often have a need to prove that they are the meanest and the toughest child in the class.

Facts about bullies Are afraid to lose.

Facts about bullies Some continue bullying behavior or stay in the bully gang for protection.

Bullies often lack social skills. Facts about bullies Bullies often lack social skills.

Bullies often have “hangers – on or henchmen” but lack real friends. Facts about bullies Bullies often have “hangers – on or henchmen” but lack real friends.

Bullies feel a need to be in control Facts about bullies Bullies feel a need to be in control

So what is Bullying Behavior?

Bullying Behavior One or more individuals inflicting physical, verbal, sexual or emotional abuse on another.

Bullying Behavior can include: Bodily harm Weapon Possession Extortion Civil Rights Violations Assault Gang Activity Attempted murder Murder

Bullying Behavior in Elementary School Teasing Physical abuse among males Social ostracism for females

National Association of School Psychologists (N.A.S.P) One in seven school children is a bully or the victim of a bully.

Environmental Factors Too little adult supervision A bully pay off Harsh physical punishment Abusive peers Consistent negative feedback Expecting hostility

Victim Characteristics Physical Appearance “don’t fit in…” Passive or Provocative Submissive

Effects of Victimization Afraid Lonely Feelings of inferiority Academic performance suffers At risk for depression or suicide

Bullying Management Bullying can only be managed and put to rest when it is recognized and steps are taken to prevent it.

The 3 “R’s” for Schools Rules: No tolerance for any student hurting another physically or psychologically.

The 3 “R’s” for Schools Rights: Every student has the right not to be hurt. Every student has the right to learn in a safe environment.

The 3 “R’s” for Schools Responsibilities: Educators must provide supervision Students must be responsible for the rights of others and themselves.