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Stop Bullying on the Spot STOP BULLYING ON THE SPOT\r When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time. There are simple steps adults can take to stop bullying on the spot and keep kids safe.\r \r Do:\r \r Intervene immediately. It is ok to get another adult to help.\r Separate the kids involved.\r Make sure everyone is safe.\r Meet any immediate medical or mental health needs.\r Stay calm. Reassure the kids involved, including bystanders.\r Model respectful behavior when you intervene.\r Avoid these common mistakes:\r \r Don’t ignore it. Don’t think kids can work it out without adult help.\r Don’t immediately try to sort out the facts.\r Don’t force other kids to say publicly what they saw.\r Don’t question the children involved in front of other kids.\r Don’t talk to the kids involved together, only separately.\r Don’t make the kids involved apologize or patch up relations on the spot.\r Get police help or medical attention immediately if:\r \r A weapon is involved.\r There are threats of serious physical injury.\r There are threats of hate-motivated violence, such as racism or homophobia.\r There is serious bodily harm.\r There is sexual abuse.\r Anyone is accused of an illegal act, such as robbery or extortion—using force to get money, property, or services.\r Next Steps\r Support the kids involved\r more

Stop Bullying on the SpotSTOPBULLYING.GOVAÆ\r When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time. There are simple steps adults can take to stop bullying on the spot and keep kids safe.\r Do:\r Intervene immediately. It is ok to get another adult to help.\r Separate the kids involved.\r Make sure everyone is safe.\r Meet any immediate medical or mental health needs.\r Stay calm. Reassure the kids involved, including bystanders.\r Model respectful behavior when you intervene.\r Avoid these common mistakes:\r Don’t ignore it. Don’t think kids can work it out without adult help.\r Don’t immediately try to sort out the facts.\r Don’t force other kids to say publicly what they saw.\r Don’t question the children involved in front of other kids.\r Don’t talk to the kids involved together, only separately.\r Don’t make the kids involved apologize or patch up relations on the spot.\r Get police help or medical attention immediately if:\r A weapon is involved.\r There are threats of serious physical injury.\r There are threats of hate-motivated violence, such as racism or homophobia.\r There is serious bodily harm.\r There is sexual abuse.\r Anyone is accused of an illegal act, such as robbery or extortion—using force to get money, property, or services.\r Next Steps\r Support the kids involved more

STOPBULLYING.GOV: Stop Bullying on the Spot\r \r When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior they send the message that it is not acceptable. Research shows this can stop bullying behavior over time. There are simple steps adults can take to stop bullying on the spot and keep kids safe.\r \r Do:\r \r Intervene immediately. It is ok to get another adult to help.\r Separate the kids involved.\r Make sure everyone is safe.\r Meet any immediate medical or mental health needs.\r Stay calm. Reassure the kids involved, including bystanders.\r Model respectful behavior when you intervene.\r Avoid these common mistakes:\r \r Don’t ignore it. Don’t think kids can work it out without adult help.\r Don’t immediately try to sort out the facts.\r Don’t force other kids to say publicly what they saw.\r Don’t question the children involved in front of other kids.\r Don’t talk to the kids involved together, only separately.\r Don’t make the kids involved apologize or patch up relations on the spot.\r Get police help or medical attention immediately if:\r \r A weapon is involved.\r There are threats of serious physical injury.\r There are threats of hate-motivated violence, such as racism or homophobia.\r There is serious bodily harm.\r There is sexual abuse.\r Anyone is accused of an illegal act, such as robbery or extortion—using force to get money, property, or services.\r Next Steps\r \r Support the kids involved\r more

Cyberbullying Cyberbullying happens when kids bully each other through electronic technology. Find out why cyberbullying is different from traditional bullying, what you can do to prevent it, and how you can report it when it happens. What is Cyberbullying? Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place using electronic technology. Examples of cyberbullying include mean text messages or emails, rumors sent by email or posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing pictures, videos, websites, or fake profiles. Prevent Cyberbullying Parents and kids can prevent cyberbullying. Together, they can explore safe ways to use technology. Report Cyberbullying When cyberbullying happens, it is important to document and report the behavior so it can be addressed. more

The good: They have some good mental health practitioners and they are always offering new therapy groups. They accept masshealth and some private insuances. They do a nice job collaborating with other professionals. \r The not-so-good: Many of their staff are inexperienced, new graduates. There is a lot of staff turnover. more