Bullying and Teasing of Youth with Disabilities: Creating Positive School Environments for Effective Inclusion

Bullying- harrassing someone because of perceived differences-physical attacks

Verbal- teasing- ridicule-shaming-spreading rumors

Most common form of violence

250 violent deaths in schools since 1992

Bullying a factor in school shootings

Physical abuse increases in elementary school

Has historically been allowed by teachers - lack of punishment

When occurs

Bullies choose victims based on specific traits

vulnerable

passive

anxious

shy

sensitive

unusual

Labeling and separating students - not beneficial

Teachers need to model behavior

25% of teachers see nothing wrong

Bullying prevention programs key in prevention