School Mobbing and Emotional Abuse: See it - Stop it - Prevent it with Dignity and Respect

by Gail Pursell Elliott

Overview

First Published in 2003. Schools are floundering in a sea of information with regard to the issue of school mobbing/bullying behavior. In the midst of all this information, the underlying causes of the antagonist’s actions are sadly ignored. This unique book addresses the roots of these behaviors, exploring why people, in particular children, take part in mobbing situations. The author ultimately explores how the answer to this difficult topic lies in teaching children dignity and respect for themselves and all people. Written with compassion and insight in a style accessible to all readers, this book is a must-read for practicing counselors, school administrators, teachers, parents, and students

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781135942700
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/02/2004
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	140
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Gail Purell Elliott The dignity and Respect lady,” is Founder and President of Innovations “Training With a Can-do attitude™,” and co-author of Mobbing: Emotional Abuse in the American Workplace; and is the author of training, motivation, and inspirational materials, as well as the weekly email column Food for Thought.

Table of Contents

Part I: Essays on Mobbing: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention Tactics
Ready for School
Introduction to School Mobbing and Emotional Abuse
Mobbing Is...
The Quiet Terror that Puts Everyone at Risk
The Mobbing Syndrome
Why Do Others Join In?
Chicken Pecking
The Targeted Person
To Be or Not To Be
Mobbing Awareness Questions
Zero Tolerance
"We Don't Do That Here"
If You Think You See Mobbing
"Will No One Help Me?"
Terrorism and Hostages
Signs of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Creating a Still Small Voice
Self Questions and Statements
Awareness is the Key to Prevention
"How Can I Help?"
Outrageous Suggestions
Student Discussion Facilitation Questions
Making Restitution
Dignity and Respect, No Exceptions
Summary of Recommendations and Strategies

Part II: Essays to Promote Insight and Awareness
Food for Thought

Part III: Appendix, Resources, Epilogue
Appendix
Resources
Epilogue
About the Author

Editorial Reviews

"School Mobbing and Emotional Abuse addresses a national need faced by every child in school. It is very possible that a teacher who utilizes this material may save a child from both physical as well as psychological abuse and may ultimately save a child's life. This material is that powerful and that important." — Peter D. Blauvelt, President and CEO, National Alliance for Safe Schools
"Were you ever bullied, ganged up on, or picked on as a kid back in school? Sure, we all were. But today such attacks are taken a bit more seriously — and rightly so, for they can easily turn deadly. As Gail states, 'Mobbing is terrorism.' The book deals with the issue from the perspective of all parties concerned — the victim, the parents, the school staff, and even the perpetrator — and it explains what each must do to resolve the situation. Part 1 of the book defines mobbing and its psychology, discusses school policies and how they can be improved, how people can help the victim, teaching dignity and respect to students, and the process of healing after a mobbing. Part 2 is a series of essays that can be used in the classroom to promote dignity, respect, insight, and awareness." — Mensa Bulletin

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