Beating Bullying Against Teens With Disabilities

Teens with disabilities are at an increased risk of being bullied and need help addressing and overcoming the unique forms of bullying they face. This insightful resource combines information about basic protections under the American with Disabilities Act, examples of the ways in which teens with disabilities are bullied, and effective anti-bullying strategies to address this issue. The emphasis is placed on safety, and letting students know where to turn to assert their rights. When neurodivergent teens and those with physical disabilities have the tools to combat bullying, they can feel empowered and thrive in all aspects of their lives.

Having a network of friends may help teens with disabilities overcome obstacles like stigmatization, a significant issue for this population. Other topics in this book include what it means to be an ally, how teens with disabilities can use social media to connect, and the importance of including health care providers in their network to expand their support system. Bolstered by data from recent journal articles, this compelling volume offers teens with disabilities the tools to expand their network and form relationships that lead to more fulfilling lives.

Sexual education in the United States is inadequate for all students, but those with disabilities are particularly affected. This authoritative text provides concise information to assist in teaching sexual education basics to disabled students, a group that is frequently left out of conversations about sexual health despite having high rates of sexual abuse. This book provides resources and strategies to help educate disabled students about the concept of consent and how to recognize abusive behaviors. This comprehensive guide will help disabled students protect themselves and their sexual autonomy.

Does your bullying policy protect all students? A 2007 study uncovered a shocking fact: 80% of children with learning disabilities are bullied at school. As schools implement bullying policies, are they doing enough to address the unique needs of this 80%? Drawing on extensive research on bullying in schools, Barry McNamara shows school leaders, teachers and parents how to identify and understand bullying and implement an inclusive bullying prevention program. Readers will discover: What research says about bullying against students with disabilities How programs fail to serve this population A roadmap for an inclusive schoolwide program Special intervention and coping strategies

Learn about causes of physical bullying, people who have struggled to cope with this problem, strategies for victims and bystanders on how to stop physical bullying, and what individuals and schools can do. Anti-bullying programs and state laws are also examined.

Thanks to technological innovations and changing attitudes, people with disabilities are able to participate in a wide range of physical activity. This comprehensive volume looks at more than thirty-five adaptive sports that provide modifications to allow people with disabilities to live an active lifestyle. From skiing to sailing and cycling to volleyball, adaptive sports make exercise, and all of its physical, social, and emotional benefits available to people with disabilities. This engrossing text also explores the Paralympics, which offers disabled athletes the chance to compete with their peers from across the globe while building their confidence and self-esteem.

Does your bullying policy protect all students? A 2007 study uncovered a shocking fact: 80% of children with learning disabilities are bullied at school. As schools implement bullying policies, are they doing enough to address the unique needs of this 80%? Drawing on extensive studies on bullying in schools, Barry McNamara provides a research-based overview to understand bullying. Additionally, this book shows how to identify bullies and victims and implement an effective and inclusive bullying prevention program. Readers will discover: What research says about bullying against students with disabilities How programs typically fail to serve this population A roadmap for an inclusive schoolwide program Special intervention and coping strategies Start down the road to create an inclusive and tolerant school climate where every student feels safe and valued. "It has long been known that students with disabilities are targets for bullying or exhibiting bullying behavior. This book provides information on how teachers, paraprofessionals and parents can address bullying with students with disabilities within the schoolwide program to meet the individual needs of the child and create a safer school environment." — Barbara Hayhurst, Special Education Teacher Lakevue Elementary, Nampa, ID "Bullying of students with disabilities is often unaddressed in many schools. This book shines a light on a problem that often goes unnoticed and provides sound advice and guidance to all school-based staff." —Mary Reeve, Educational Administrator Gallup McKinley County Schools, NM

According to the National Crime Prevention Association, cyberbullying affects about half of the teens in the United States. Cyberbullies use electronic devices such as computers and cell phones to embarrass, harass, or threaten someone. They might attack over and over, day or night. They use words or pictures to scare or taunt their targets at home, school, and many other places. Victims feel threatened because they cannot escape the attacks and may not know their attacker. In this insightful book, teens can learn smart ways to protect themselves when they use electronic devices and how to stand up for themselves, friends, and others. They also explore cyberbullying and the law, and what schools are doing about cyberbullying prevention.

Perspectives on Bullying and Difference gives voice to parents, carers and young people and offers a snapshot of how schools, teachers, local authorities and other professionals try to deal with the problem of SEN and disability bullying. It looks at several schools that are developing their own initiativesPerspectives on Bullying and Difference will show there is a great deal that can be done in schools right now to reduce the levels of bullying that these children and young people are experiencing - solutions are closer than we may think.

Examines verbal bullying, describing specific steps targets can take to avoid this type of bullying, and provides examples of specific verbal bullying tactics, how people become verbal bullies and victims, proactive methods for handling and overcoming problem situations, including those for bystanders, and more.