What Do Bullying and Youth Substance Use Have in Common? More Than You Might Think.

rellis — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000

Frances M. Harding, Director, Center for Substance Abuse Prevention at SAMHSA

On the surface, bullying and youth substance use may seem like separate problems. However, from research, we know that kids who use drugs or alcohol are at risk for other problem behaviors during their teen years. Recent findings confirm previous studies that found links between bullying and substance use. In a recent article, researchers found that middle and high school students who bully their peers or are bully-victims (bully others and are also bullied) are more likely than students who aren’t involved in bullying to use alcohol, cigarettes, and marijuana.

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Mother to Mother

rellis — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:00:00 +0000

Anonymous

Late one Tuesday night, I received a text from the mother of my son’s friend. She told me that we needed to talk NOW; would I call her? Two weeks earlier, my 15-year-old son had broken down in tears over the harassment he was receiving at school. What I did not know, but learned from the mother who contacted me, was that my son had come very close to attempting suicide the night before. The actions of friends may indeed have saved my son’s life. My husband and I knew “Jake” was hurting inside.

Bullying Victim Turns Advocate to Help Make a Difference in Teens’ Lives

rellis — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 05:00:00 +0000

Anthony Rizkalla, U.S. Department of Education

Nikki Allinson is a great example of how some students who have been bullied can turn their experience into a passion for helping others.

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PODCAST: Bullying, Depression, and Suicide

rellis — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 05:00:00 +0000

James Wright, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Bullying can affect everyone—those who are bullied, those who bully, and those who witness bullying. Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes including impacts on mental health, substance use, and suicide. Although kids who are bullied are at risk of suicide, bullying alone is not the cause. Many issues contribute to suicide risk, some of which include depression, substance abuse, problems at home, and trauma history. James Wright is at the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the Suicide Prevention Branch. Mr.

Podcast mp3:

bullying-depression-and-suicide.mp3

Bullying Prevention Training for School-based Health Care Workers, Administrators, and Parents

rellis — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Rebecca Bauer, Intern, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and it’s important to remember that bullying can threaten students’ physical and emotional safety at school, and can adversely impact their ability to learn. The best way to address bullying is to stop it before it starts.

PODCAST: The Effects of Being Bullied

rellis — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Dr. Marci Hertz, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Bullying can affect everyone—those who are bullied, those who bully, and those who witness bullying. Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes including impacts on mental health, substance use, and suicide. It’s important to talk to kids to determine whether bullying—or something else—is a concern. Kids who are bullied can experience negative physical health, school, and mental health issues. Marci Hertz is at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the Prevention Practice and Translation Branch of the Division of Violence Prevention.

Podcast mp3:

the-effects-of-being-bullied.mp3

Ready to make a difference? A new training resource can show you how.

rellis — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Erin Reiney, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

Across the country, local leaders are stepping up to address bullying in their communities. Now that more and more people are taking a stand, many have asked for resources to help them become more effective. In response, StopBullying.gov pulled together research-based recommendations to provide some guidance. We know that every child, family, school and community is unique.