2.20.13 Tokyo #2 TODAY!!!
Feb 20, 2013 20:31:32 GMT -5
Post by Deleted on Feb 20, 2013 20:31:32 GMT -5
Changing the topic for a moment:
The NY Times published an article today about the results of a new study that measures the long-term effect of bullying. The findings are sobering (and, sadly, probably not surprising):
"Victims of bullying at school, and bullies themselves, are more likely to experience psychiatric problems in childhood, studies have shown. Now researchers have found that elevated risk of psychiatric trouble extends into adulthood, sometimes even a decade after the intimidation has ended."
“The experience of bullying in childhood can have profound effects on mental health in adulthood, particularly among youths involved in bullying as both a perpetuator and a victim."
Link to full article: Long-term effects of bullying - NY Times article
Even more reason for everyone to do what they can to prevent bullying, as well as provide support to the victims and counseling/treatment options for the bullies themselves. The effects of bullying, according to this study, are similar to those seen in child abuse cases. In other words, the scars can linger for years.
So happy to see Adam involved in anti-bullying programs.
Now off to hug some kids ...
ETA: Fixed link
The NY Times published an article today about the results of a new study that measures the long-term effect of bullying. The findings are sobering (and, sadly, probably not surprising):
"Victims of bullying at school, and bullies themselves, are more likely to experience psychiatric problems in childhood, studies have shown. Now researchers have found that elevated risk of psychiatric trouble extends into adulthood, sometimes even a decade after the intimidation has ended."
“The experience of bullying in childhood can have profound effects on mental health in adulthood, particularly among youths involved in bullying as both a perpetuator and a victim."
Link to full article: Long-term effects of bullying - NY Times article
Even more reason for everyone to do what they can to prevent bullying, as well as provide support to the victims and counseling/treatment options for the bullies themselves. The effects of bullying, according to this study, are similar to those seen in child abuse cases. In other words, the scars can linger for years.
So happy to see Adam involved in anti-bullying programs.
Now off to hug some kids ...
ETA: Fixed link
