Bullying Prevention and Intervention Realistic Strategies for Schools The Guilford Practical Intervention in Schools Series 1st Edition by Susan Swearer, Dorothy Espelage, Scott Napolitano 9781462509812 1462509819

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ISBN 10: 1462509819
ISBN 13: 9781462509812
Author: Susan Swearer, Dorothy Espelage, Scott Napolitano 

Grounded in research and extensive experience in schools, this engaging book describes practical ways to combat bullying at the school, class, and individual levels. Step-by-step strategies are presented for developing school- and districtwide policies, coordinating team-based prevention efforts, and implementing targeted interventions with students at risk. Special topics include how to involve teachers, parents, and peers in making schools safer; ways to address the root causes of bullying and victimization; the growing problem of online or cyberbullying; and approaches to evaluating intervention effectiveness. In a convenient large-size format, the book features helpful reproducibles, concrete examples, and questions for reflection and discussion. This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by Sandra M. Chafouleas.

Bullying Prevention and Intervention Realistic Strategies for Schools The Guilford Practical Intervention in Schools Series 1st Table of contents:

1. Bullying Behaviors in Elementary, Middle, and High Schools

Definition of Bullying

Elementary School Bullying

Middle School Bullying

High School Bullying

Bullying: Increased Attention or Bigger Problem?

Translating Research into Real Solutions

The 80/20 Principle

A Social-­Ecological Framework for Bullying/Victimization

Conclusions and Recommendations

Case Example: Joe—Not a Complicated Name, but a Complicated Case

School Background

After-­School Program

The Parents’ Thoughts and Experiences

Thoughts about Joe’s Case

Follow-Up Questions

2. Social-­E cological Problems Associated with Bullying Behaviors

Psychological Correlates

Peer Influences

Familial Factors

School Factors

Societal Consequences

Conclusions and Recommendations

Case Example: Andrew

Thoughts about Andrew’s Case

Follow-Up Questions

3. Understanding Bullying as a Social Relationship Problem

Bullying, Social Skills Deficit, and Theory of Mind

Empathy, Caring, and a Willingness to Intervene

Bullying and the Connection to Sexual Harassment

Conclusions and Recommendations

Case Example: George

Thoughts about George’s Case

Follow-Up Questions

4. Developing and Implementing an Effective Anti-­Bullying Policy

Susan M. Swearer, Susan P. Limber, and Rebecca All ey The Benefits of Anti-­Bullying Policies

Policy Development

Step 1: Define Bullying Behaviors

Step 2: Refer to Available Model Policies

Step 3: Clearly Outline Reporting of Incidents

Step 4: Clarify Investigation and Disciplinary Actions

Step 5: Include Assistance for Victims of Bullying

Step 6: Include Training and Prevention Procedures

Policy Implementation

Conclusions and Recommendations

Case Example: Kevin—Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil

Thoughts about Kevin’s Case

Follow-Up Questions

5. Legal Issues for School Personnel

Rebecca All ey and Susan P. Limber State Laws about Bullying

Definitions

Policy Requirements and Recommendations

Reporting of Incidents

Immunity

Investigation

Notification

Disciplinary Procedures for Children Who Bully

Training and Prevention

Model Policies

Litigation

Claims under Federal Law

Claims against Schools and School Districts

Claims against Individual School Employees

Claims under State Law

Conclusions and Recommendations

Case Example: The Case of Jessii, as Told by Her Mother, Jeri Haffer

Thoughts about Jessii’s Case

Follow-Up Questions

6. Using Your Own Resources to Combat Bullying

Data-Based Decision Making

Step 1: Gather Data

Assessment of School Climate (or Social Climate)

Step 2: Increase Awareness about Bullying Behaviors

Bullying Literature Project: ­Teacher and Student Data

Step 3: Enhance Home–­School Relationships

Step 4: Enhance Community–­School Relationships

Step 5: Make a Commitment to Change the Social Climate

Conclusions and Recommendations

Case Example: Ben—The Mystery of the Aching Back

Follow-Up Questions

7. Practical Strategies to Reduce Bullying

What about Punishment?

Realistic Individual Strategies

Individual Characteristics and Bullying

Individual Interventions to Help Students Involved in Bullying

Peer Interventions to Help Students Involved in Bullying

Family Interventions to Help Students Involved in Bullying

School-Level Interventions to Help Students Involved in Bullying

Community and Societal Interventions to Help Students Involved in Bullying

Conclusions and Recommendations

Case Example: Shelia—A Simple Solution

Thoughts about Shelia’s Case

Follow-Up Questions

8. The Impact of Technology on Relationships

A Changing World

The Negative Side of Technology

Who Is Involved?

Do Online Perpetrators and Victims Know Each Other?

Does Online Aggression Mirror the Group Process Like School Bullying?

What Effect Does Online Aggression Involvement Have?

What Do Kids Do When They Experience Technologically Based Aggression?

What Can Adults Do?

Conclusion and Recommendations

Case Example: Lewis

Follow-Up Questions

9. Evaluating Your Efforts

No More Bullying Allowed!

Anywhere Middle School

Task 1: Establish an Anti-­Bullying Evaluation Team

Task 2: Meet and Brainstorm Questions

Task 3: Research Different Assessment Strategies

Task 4: Decide on a Time to Collect Data

Task 5: Decide on the Form of Data Collection

Task 6: Partner with Local Businesses and Foundations

Task 7: Collect Data Consistently Each Year

Task 8: Enter Data

Task 9: Analyze the Data and Create a PowerPoint Presentation

Task 10: Generate Bullying Prevention and Intervention Strategies

Task 11: Conduct Annual Evaluations

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