Bullying : what can parents do?

This publication looks in detail at: what constitutes bullying; who does it and why; and who get bullied and why.

Kevin Brown stresses that bullying is often unwittingly sustained by parents themselves, who perpetuate the bullying cycle.The book considers strategies for change - at home, at school, with friends.

It emphasizes: the need to examine attitudes and feelings; the value of support groups and positive relationships; and the part that Christians can play.

Each chapter provides exercises and examples.Everyone has elements of bully and victim in their nature.

Bullying thrives amongst adults and is learnt and copied by children.