Preventing Violence and Abuse Chapter 5 Preventing Violence and Abuse
Class Discussion Do you think we would see a chapter like this in a Health book in, say, the… 1950’s? 1970’s? 1990’s? Why do we now have a chapter dedicated to violence and abuse? “Bad boys, bad boys…what cha gonna do?”
Continued Discussion Why does this happen in our society? Media!! Cluttered minds. Brainwashed. Violent video games / movies Influences begin at an early age. Bad parenting- may not know otherwise. Bullying at school Anger management problems / Emotions Others?
Factors That Lead to Conflicts Feeling Threatened- stress induced Unmanaged Anger- one’s environment Lack of Respect Bullying- more on this later Gangs- need for belonging- nonexistent elsewhere- reds, blues, bandanas, etc.- leads to conflict.
Mr. Hughes’ 4 Tips to Surviving High School 1. DON’T SHOW OFF- Nobody really cares! 2. AVOID DRAMA- Don’t go there! 3. STAY FOCUSED- Put those blinders on! 4. COMMUNICATE WITH STAFF- Be proactive with problems. Nice mug… huh?
Handling Bullying in School Be Tolerant of Others If you see it, report it- anonymously Don’t be worried about telling someone if it happens to you Be assertive, not aggressive Avoid bully types Respect yourself Beat them with kindness and a passive response- Why?
Avoid Dangerous Situations Recognize the signs Calm things down Leave the situation Offer alternatives Which are you best with?
Conflict Resolution Skill What is a “negotiation”? … “a bargain or compromise for a peaceful solution to a conflict.” Voice control- TACT ;) Don’t run your mouth!! Respect other opinions and practice tolerance Allow others to speak Don’t assume (you know what this does?) Focus on the real issue or issues