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Bullying from Streets to Schools

by Page A. Smith

Book Details

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published:2017-08-03
Pages:157
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Bullies don’t discriminate. They are equal opportunity abusers. In Bullying from streets to schools: Practical information for those who care, authors Smith and Kearney guide their readers through multiple facets of this growing and pervasive problem. Far beyond other books that simply explore the current research on the topic, Bullying from streets to schools: Practical information for those who care shapes the subject of bullying in both understandable and realistic ways. In chapter after chap

Our Review

This essential guide tackles the pervasive issue of bullying with a no-nonsense approach, moving beyond academic theory to provide actionable strategies for educators, parents, and community leaders. The authors dissect the complex dynamics of peer aggression, framing it as a societal problem that migrates from neighborhood streets into school hallways. By examining the subject from multiple angles, the book offers a comprehensive understanding of bullying's root causes and its devastating impact on victims.

What sets this resource apart is its unwavering practicality, delivering concrete steps for intervention and prevention that can be implemented immediately. The authors avoid vague platitudes, instead focusing on realistic scenarios and evidence-based solutions for creating safer environments. Anyone on the front lines of this crisis will find this an indispensable manual for confronting and dismantling bullying culture in their communities.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education