Today's medications enable kids to run and play like everyone else. It may help to take medication before strenuous exercise, or at least have it handy. Continuous activities such as soccer may aggravate asthma more than sports with periodic breaks such as baseball or tennis. This 'culture of disrespect' has led to a rise in violence throughout society-including schools. Instilling a sense of mutual respect and consideration requires just as much attention on the part of parents.
Bullying happens when someone verbally or physically harasses someone else.
Children should learn to stand up to someone who is bullying them without picking a fight. For example, if someone is picking on your son because he wears glasses, teach your son to keep a respectful distance from the person and calmly but firmly explain that he wears glasses so that he can see better. If the conflict heightens, taking a 'chill drill' might be the way to go. Get help from an adult. If firmness doesn't work, kids should know that it's okay to get help from an adult.