Al Peoples, LCSW, and Felipe Blue, LCAS, CSI, LCMHCA discuss the problems with bullying and its impact on mental health on this episode.
What is bullying?
The prevalence of bullying in the African-American community
The impact of bullying on African American youth
Why is it important to address bullying in the African-American community?
Chapter 1: Understanding Bullying
Different types of bullying
The signs and symptoms of bullying
The risk factors for bullying
The consequences of bullying
Chapter 2: Bullying in the African-American Community
The unique challenges faced by African-American youth who are bullied
The intersection of bullying and other forms of oppression, such as racism and sexism
The impact of bullying on the African-American community as a whole
Chapter 3: Preventing Bullying
What parents can do to prevent their children from being bullied
What educators can do to create a school environment that is free from bullying
What students can do to stand up to bullying
Chapter 4: Responding to Bullying
What to do if you or your child is being bullied
How to support a child who is being bullied
How to report bullying to school officials
Chapter 5: Healing from Bullying
The long-term effects of bullying
How to help a child heal from bullying
Resources for parents and educators
