When Your Child Is Being Bullied

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Your child tells you they're being bullied at school — teased, excluded, or physically hurt.

Support your child, help them feel safe, and take appropriate action without escalating.

"I'm so glad you told me. What's happening is not okay, and it's not your fault. Let's figure this out together."

"Just ignore them." / "You need to toughen up." / "I'm calling that kid's parents right now."

Listen fully before reacting. Let them tell the whole story without interrupting to fix it.

Validate and reassure: it's not their fault, you're on their side, they did the right thing telling you.

Work together on a plan — which adult at school to tell, what to do in the moment, how you'll follow up.

Monitor closely. Check in daily. Involve the school formally if it continues. Document incidents.

If your child mentions physical harm or expresses fear for their safety, involve the school administration and, if needed, law enforcement.

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