About this item
Tackling an all-too-prevalent problem among kids with 8 smart, practical strategies. Groundbreaking books have peered into the psychology of bullying and the cultural climate that -- seemingly now more than ever -- gives rise to such cruelty and aggression. But few have been able to synthesize what we know into 8 simple, targeted "keys" that equip educators, professionals, and parents with practical strategies to tackle the issue head-on. This book answers that call. Social media bullying -- and the recent tragedies stemming from it -- has given the widespread problem a new dimension. While no magic cure-all exists, adults can learn and implement all sorts of quick and easy techniques that can make a huge difference in the lives of kids. In 8 core strategies, this book lays them out, from establishing meaningful connections with kids to creating a positive school climate, addressing cyberbullying, building social emotional competence, reaching out to bullies, empowering bystanders, and much more.
About the Author
Signe Whitson is a licensed social worker, author, and educator with more than 14 years of experience working with children, teens, and families.
She presents customized professional and parent training workshops nationwide on topics related to girl bullying, anger in children, changing passive aggressive behavior, crisis intervention, and child and adolescent mental health.
In her articles, books, and training workshops, Signe provides down-to-earth, practical advice for navigating the daily challenges of living and working with children, tweens and teens. As a mother of two young daughters, Signe relates to parents on a personal level.
Signe is the Chief Operating Officer of the Life Space Crisis Intervention Institute, a nationally recognized, professional training and certification program for turning crisis situations into learning opportunities for children and youth with chronic patterns of self-defeating behaviors.
She is the author of three books, including:
GIRL BULLYING:
Friendship & Other Weapons: Group Activities to Help Young Girls Ages 5-11 to Cope with Bullying
ANGER IN CHILDREN:
How to Be Angry: An Assertive Anger Expression Group Guide for Kids and Teens
PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR:
The Angry Smile: The Psychology of Passive Aggressive Behavior in Families, Schools, and Workplaces, 2nd ed.
If you would like more information at any time, please e-mail Signe at Signe@SigneWhitson.com, follow her on Twitter @SigneWhitson, read her articles on The Huffington Post or Psychology Today, or "Like" her on Facebook.
