Please stop laughing at me
Subtitle: one woman's inspirational story
By: Jodee Blanco
Publisher: Adams Media Corp.; Adams Media Corporation
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Avon, Mass
Language: eng
Number of pages: 276
ISBN-13: 9781580628365
Subjects: Bullying; Schule; Mädchen; Gewalttätigkeit; Erlebnisbericht; Childhood and youth
Description: While other kids were daydreaming about dances, first kisses, and college, Jodee Blanco was just trying to figure out how to get from homeroom to study hall without being taunted or spit upon as she walked through the halls. This powerful, unforgettable memoir chronicles how one child was shunned -- and even physically abused -- by her classmates from elementary school through high school. It is an unflinching look at what it means to be the outcast, how even the most loving parents can get it all wrong, why schools are often unable to prevent disaster, and how bullying has been misunderstood and mishandled by the mental health community. You will be shocked, moved, and ultimately inspired by this harrowing tale of survival against insurmountable odds. This vivid story will open your eyes to the harsh realities and long-term consequences of bullying -- and how all of us can make a difference in the lives of teens today.
Notes: Sequel: Please stop laughing at us.
Table of contents: title: Old ghosts come back to haunt me; title: Trying to soar on broken wings; title: Rainbows lost; title: Darkening skies; title: Struggling for air; title: Fagile hope; title: Glimpses of the swan; title: High school horrors; title: Discovering Atlantis; title: Freak show; title: An unexpected haven; title: The reconstructionist; title: The turning point; title: The reunion.