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Bullying Prevention and Intervention

by Susan M. Swearer

Book Details

Publisher:Guilford Press
Published:2009-01-01
Pages:193
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Grounded in research and extensive experience in schools, this engaging book describes practical ways to combat bullying at the school, class, and individual levels. Step-by-step strategies are presented for developing school- and districtwide policies, coordinating team-based prevention efforts, and implementing targeted interventions with students at risk. Special topics include how to involve teachers, parents, and peers in making schools safer; ways to address the root causes of bullying and

Our Review

This research-backed guide offers educators and school administrators concrete strategies for addressing bullying through comprehensive school-wide policies, classroom-level prevention, and targeted interventions for at-risk students. Grounded in extensive real-world experience, the book provides actionable steps for developing district-wide safety protocols and coordinating team-based approaches that involve teachers, parents, and peers in creating safer learning environments. The practical framework addresses bullying prevention at multiple levels while examining the underlying causes of aggressive behavior.

What sets this resource apart is its systematic approach to tackling both the symptoms and root causes of bullying through evidence-based methods that have been tested in actual school settings. School counselors, principals, and mental health professionals will find particularly valuable the detailed guidance on implementing interventions that engage the entire school community. The combination of research foundations with immediately applicable strategies makes this an essential tool for anyone committed to creating lasting change in school climate and student wellbeing.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education