Bullying/Cyberbullying
The 2 forms of bullying
-Direct
-Indirect
The two types of conflict.
-Internal
-Interpersonal
The key element or successful mediation
Cooperation
An important tool during conflict resolution
Negotiations, compromise
What is bullying?
A type of behavior in which the person uses threats, taunts, or violence, to intimidate another again and again.
-Physical
-Verbal
-Psychological
Two main places conflict arise.
-School
-Home
The role of a mediator
To hear both sides of the conflict and help the parties think of possible solutions
Ways to respond to harrassment.
-Tell the person to stop
-Use assertive communication styles
-Tell your parents or guardians and ask for advice
-Report to a teacher or admin
What is harassment?
The ongoing conduct that offends another person by criticizing his or her race, color, religion, physical disability, or gender.
How you should respond to cyberbullying.
-Don't respond
-Block them
-Report to a teacher, admin, or parent
The 3 signs of conflict.
-Disagreement
-Strong emotions
-Body language and behavior
Name 3 DON'Ts while negotiating
-Don't point your finger at the other person
-Don't touch the other person
-Don't call names
-Don't raise your voice
A valuable tool in preventing conflicts.
Tolerance
What is bullying behavior?
Actions or words that are designed to hurt another person.
Name 4 different ways to stop a bully
-Tell them to stop
-Try humor
-Walk away and stay away
-Avoid physical violence
-Find an adult
-Avoid places the bully might be
-Stay with a group or find a safe place to go
The 4 steps of T.A.L.K
Take a time out
Allow each person to talk
Let each person ask questions
Keep brainstorming
Things to do when you are really angry.
-Step away from the situation
-Share your feelings
-Engage in physical activity
What is Mediation?
Resolving conflicts by using another person or persons to help reach a solution that is acceptable to both sides.
5 warning signs of being bullied or harrassed.
-Injuries that can not be explained
-Damaged or stolen belonging
-Faking illness to avoid going to school
-Trouble sleeping or having nightmares
-Loss of friends or avoiding friends
-Hurting oneself
4 physical warning signs of building conflict
-A knot in the stomach
-Faster heart rate
-A lump in the throat
-Balled-up fists
-Cold or sweaty palms
-A sudden surge of energy
-the parties involved in the conflict agree to seek an independent mediators help
-The mediator hears both sides of the dispute
-The mediaton and the parties work to clarify the wants and needs or each party
-The parties and mediator brainstorm possible outcome
-The parties choose a solution that works for each of them.
-Understand your feelings
-Show respect for others
-See the other person's point of view
-Keep your conflicts private
-Avoid alcohol and other drugs
-Leave the scene if necessary
What is a compromise?
When both sides in a conflict agree to give up something to reach a solution that will satisfy everyone.