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Bullying Behaviours and Being Bullied

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Bullying Behaviours: Identifying Signs & Seeking Support

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Bullying is defined as the repeated psychological, physical, or social tormenting of one person by another individual or group. This behavior can manifest face-to-face, through rumors, exclusion, or even via technology, and is distinct from general disagreements. The Three Seas Psychology emphasizes that bullying is common in children and adolescents, making it crucial for parents to recognize signs that their child may be bullying or being bullied.

What are bullying behaviours and how does it affect children and adolescents?

Bullying is a repeated psychological, physical or social tormenting of one person by another or a group, and it affects children and adolescents significantly. It can happen face to face, at a distance by rumours or exclusion or even using technology. Dealing with situations where people disagree is a vital learning curve, but bullying behaviours are very different. As a parent, it is important to keep an eye out for signs that your child or adolescent is bullying or being bullied. Indicators of a bullying victim include: changes in their behaviour, reduced self-esteem, newly fearful and anxious, changes in friendships and what they say about their friends, loss of friends, not wanting to participate or attend, changes in mood – often teary, and a drop in performance at school.
  • Changes in their behaviour
  • Reduced self-esteem
  • Newly fearful and anxious
  • Changes in friendships and what they say about their friends
  • Loss of friends
  • Not wanting to participate or attend
  • Changes in mood – often teary
  • Drop in performance at school

Physical changes

  • Ripped clothing
  • More bruises or scratches than normal
  • Missing or broken belongings
  • Drop in physical health

In the case of cyber-bullying, some of the above will also apply but may also include:

  • Receiving random calls, emails, notes or even postal items
  • Hiding their online activities
  • Seeming anxious when they receive a message
  • Being upset after reading messages
  • Seeming hesitant to go online but spending more time then seems normal online
  • Withdrawing from normally pleasurable activities and friends

Your child may possibly be the bully. In order to identify whether they are, ask yourself the following questions:

  • Is your child the dominant member of a group?
  • Do they tease or torment one person inside or outside the group?
  • Do they isolate one person and pick on them mentally, verbally or even physically?
  • Do they lack compassion for this person?
  • Do they talk about this person behind their back and seek to exclude them.

Whether you are dealing with a bully or a victim of bullying, as parents it is important to seek help for yourself and your child. Speaking with a trained psychologist can make all the difference.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 How does The Three Seas Psychology help children or adolescents dealing with bullying?

The page focuses on bullying behaviors and being bullied in children and adolescents. The Three Seas Psychology offers Family & Child Psychology services, which can provide professional support and therapy for young people experiencing the effects of bullying.

2 What support is available for parents whose child is experiencing bullying?

The Three Seas Psychology offers Family & Child Psychology services. These services can assist parents in understanding and navigating the challenges associated with their child experiencing bullying, offering guidance and support.

3 Can adults who have experienced bullying receive support at The Three Seas Psychology?

While the page specifically highlights bullying in children and adolescents, The Three Seas Psychology provides individual therapy for a range of mental health concerns. Adults seeking support for the impacts of past or present bullying can access professional counselling services.

4 How can I schedule an appointment to discuss bullying concerns?

You can schedule an appointment by calling The Three Seas Psychology at 03 9809 1000. They offer flexible hours, including weekdays and Saturdays, with services available at their Melbourne CBD, Richmond, Fitzroy North, Wantirna South locations, and via telehealth Australia-wide.