Dr Morgan said all teachers and school community members, including parents and students, should be put through professional development courses to make all people involved in schools aware of the extent of the bullying problem and ways to reduce its affects. Dr Morgan said that for most students, bullying was a brief part of their school career, but for some it had long-term effects including depression, major psychosis and suicide. Dr Morgan also released a fact sheet for parents compiled by the organisation on how to deal with bullying. Talk to the teachers. Be aware of their rights.
Schools have a responsibility to provide a safe learning environment for students.
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