Bullying And Adolescent Psychology

The recent epidemic of girl on girl violence and cyber bullying has parents, teachers, psychologists, and society wondering, where has all this come from? Something must be done to reduce or eliminate this behavior of teens in 2010. While most people want to know who is to blame, the more important question is why. Child and adolescent psychologists continue to study the actions of teen girls, including why physical fighting and cyber bullying have become so popular for this age group. Cyber bullying is often used by teen girls who post videos, images or text on the internet with the intent to hurt, torment, humiliate or harass another person. Cyber bullying and teen female fights are happening all over the United States and are not subject
In one of the most recent altercations, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, two adults stood by watching two young girls violently attacking one another while another juvenile video taped the fight with her cell phone. How are we supposed to teach our children and adolescents right from wrong if the adults that are influencing them aren’t being good role models? Adults must teach children to respect and value each others differences. If teens are taught at a young age to resolve arguments and conflicts without resorting to aggressive behavior there will be less violence. Guardians are not the only adults who influence children, school teachers and religion instructors also play a part in their upbringing. Students are required to take health classes at all ages; health teachers can include behavior and problem solving skills in their curriculum. They can also explain the harsh repercussions of the zero tolerance policy most schools have
They thrive on controlling or dominating others and have often been victims of physical abuse or bullying themselves. Psychologists suggest parents of children who are suspected of bullying to take action right away by speaking to the adolescent’s teacher, counselor, doctor or contacting a child psychologist to determine how to stop this harmful behavior. Delaying intervention could lead to serious academic, social, emotional and legal difficulties in the future. Teens who are typically the victim of bullies usually fit the profile of being passive, easily intimidated, smaller or younger and have a hard time defending themselves. Parents are advised to talk to their child and figure out what, when, and where the bullying is going on. Ask the child what has already been done and what has and has not worked. Once again seeking guidance from a physician, school teacher or counselor is vital for the bullying to