A Systemic Counseling Approach to the Problem of Bullying. Provides elementary school counselors with a multifaceted framework for addressing the problem of bullying in schools. Examines the prevalence of bullying, what it is, and characteristics of the bully, and exposes some bullying myths and why schools tolerate bullying. Offers a systemic approach to intervention and summarizes empirical research. Bullying in School.
Some children never get over the fear and humiliation.
Effective remedies include tougher discipline, increased supervision, counseling for students, and inservice training for teachers. A widely used Norwegian intervention by Daniel Olweus creates a school environment characterized by positive interactions with adults and sanctions against bullying behavior. Describes experience working with a second-grade Native American male identified as a bully. Author used classroom and individual interventions and communicated with the child's parents, principal, teacher, and other school personnel. Suggests that problem children need courageous advocacy to succeed.