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