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Sexual Harassment and Bullying

by Susan Strauss

Book Details

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:2013-10-06
Pages:303
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Bullying in schools is often discussed, but sexual harassment in schools, and how it differs from bullying is often overlooked. In fact, though, sexual harassment (committed both by fellow students and school personnel) is more common and yet more easily and quickly dismissed by those involved, though its consequences for the victim can be profound. This book provides parents, teachers, school officials, and others with a framework comparing and contrasting sexual harassment and bullying as they

Our Review

This essential guide tackles the often-overlooked distinction between school bullying and sexual harassment, providing a clear framework for understanding how these behaviors differ in their dynamics and impacts. The book meticulously examines how sexual misconduct—whether from peers or adults in the school system—is frequently minimized or dismissed, despite causing profound and lasting harm to victims. It moves beyond surface-level discussions to dissect the specific power structures and social contexts that enable harassment to persist unchallenged.

What makes this resource so vital is its practical approach, equipping parents, educators, and administrators with the knowledge to identify, address, and prevent these behaviors effectively. By contrasting the overt aggression of bullying with the more insidious, often normalized nature of sexual harassment, the author provides crucial tools for creating safer school environments. This is a necessary, clarifying read for anyone committed to protecting young people and fostering a culture of respect.

Themes

Education

Subjects

Education