Melissa in the Morning: How to Handle a Bully

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Melissa in the Morning: How to Handle a Bully

According to national statistics, one out of every five students report being bullied in America. And in today’s world, there are many ways children fall victim to bullies. Data shows the most common forms of bullying include verbal harassment, followed by social harassment, physical bullying and cyber bullying. So, what do you say to your kids in the event that they face a bully in school or at a public park or online? And what happens if YOUR kid ends up being the bully? We spoke with Ilaria Filippi, the executive director of the Clifford Beers Community Care Center.

To connect with Clifford Beers Community Care Center, check out: https://cliffordbeersccc.org/

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