by Admin | Oct 1, 2014 | Uncategorized
Many schools and school districts in Illinois and the rest of the country have adopted bullying prevention programs to stop harmful bullying from taking place. However, despite the existence of anti-bullying initiatives, students still engage in behaviors that are...
by Admin | Sep 29, 2014 | Uncategorized
Children and teenagers who are bullied in Illinois may suffer from multiple psychological, physical and mental consequences. These may include depression and anxiety, loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, health complaints and decreased academic...
by Admin | Sep 24, 2014 | Uncategorized
In a recent statement, the U.S. Conference of Mayors announced that mayors from over 170 cities in Illinois and throughout the rest of the country joined a national anti-bullying initiative. According to Education Week, the purpose of this bullying initiative is to...
by Admin | Sep 20, 2014 | Uncategorized
In October of 2013, the Miami Dolphins reported that one of their players, Jonathan Martin, had left the team to deal with emotional issues. However, as the story developed, it was discovered that another member on his team had mocked him for his race, taunted him...
by Admin | Sep 14, 2014 | Uncategorized
Bullying is a serious issue that pervades schools throughout Illinois. According to Stopbullying.gov, 28 percent of students in grades six through 12 state that they have been bullying victims and approximately 30 percent of young people admit that they have bullied...
by Admin | Sep 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
In September of 2013, a 12-year-old girl committed suicide after harmful messages were sent to her through a social networking application, states CNN. These messages told the girl that she should die, asked her why she was still alive and were sent through a bullying...
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