Are You Talking to Your Children About Bullying?

Are You Talking to Your Children About Bullying?

Are You Talking to Your Children About Bullying?

It's Bullying Prevention Month

Are You Talking to Your Children About Bullying?

Did you know that 24 percent of female students and 19 percent of male students report being bullied at school? Talking with your child about bullying is an important step to understanding whether bullying is affecting him or her. Research shows that parents and caregivers who spend at least 15 minutes a day talking with their child can build the foundation for a strong relationship and help prevent bullying. SAMHSA developed the free KnowBullying mobile app to help facilitate meaningful conversations about bullying anytime, anywhere.

KnowBullying Features

• Conversation starters
• Tips and strategies to prevent bullying for children ages 3–6, 7–13, and teens
• Warning signs to recognize if your child is engaging in bullying, being bullied, or witnessing bullying
• Reminders to talk with your child when the time feels right
• Section for educators: Prevent bullying in the classroom and support children who are being bullied.

Download KnowBullying today and have a conversation about bullying that your child will remember when it counts.

Stay connected with Bullying Prevention Awareness Month this October and #ActToChange bullying.