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Importance of Not Labeling Kids:
When referring to a bullying situation, it is easy to call the kids who bully others “bullies” and those who
are targeted “victims,” but this may have unintended consequences. When children are labeled as “bullies” or
“victims” it may:
1. Send the message that the child’s behavior cannot change.
2. Fail to recognize the multiple roles children might play in different bullying situations.
3. Disregard other factors contributing to the behavior such as peer influence or school climate.
Instead of labeling the children involved, focus on the behavior. For instance:
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Instead of calling a child a “bully,” refer to them as “the child who bullied.”
Instead of calling a child a “victim,” refer to them as “the child who was bullied.”
Instead of calling a child a “bully/victim,” refer to them as “the child who was both bullied and
bullied others.”
Dealing with Bullying:
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The Do’s:
b. Respond to any bullying incident that you witness. Most acts are committed in areas when
adult supervision is minimal, such \