There is a difference between Conflict and Bullying. Traditionally when students are in conflict both involved in the spat are equally upset. In a bullying situation you have one student over powering another. Conflict is when one or both persons ego is hurt and it usually occurs onetime. Bullying is going below the belt so to speak, to insult, tease, threaten on a regular basis.
Students experience conflicts at school and at home as part of growing up. Studies have shown that through conflict we learn how to give and take and to improve on our social interaction and developmental skills. Bullying on the other hand can cause unneeded stress and in some cases depression issues.
As parents, teachers and caregivers we must observe the situation and know the difference between Conflict and Bullying in order to act appropriately to the needs of the students.
Copyright Richard Paul 2007
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