If bullying isn't stopped, there is the potential for more aggressive antisocial behavior and interference with your child's success at school.
It also can lead to therapy if they show signs of inadequate self-regulation.
How can help children stop bullying
Tell your child that bullying is not acceptable and it can lead to serious consequences in the short-term and long-term, such as at school or at home. Try to understand what is causing your child's behavior, for instance, that they may be experiencing difficult feelings and need more help managing them.
A firm stance against bullying is vital, set rules and stick to them. Punish with meaningful consequences such as refusing to use your phone or computer. If a child is aggressive at home, make sure they have the relevant, non-violent responses they need.
Make sure to teach your child about differences and how to be empathetic toward different people. Consider engaging in other ways that your child can interact with different people.
What can parents do to prevent their children from being bullied?
If a child tells you they have been bullied, listen to them, offer support and give them encouragement. Children often hesitate to tell adults about their bullying because they are embarrassed and ashamed of it happening and are worried that if the parents react strongly including being angry or upset, as well as discouraged .
Some children think it's their own fault and act differently to get bullying to stop but still get bullied. Other children do not want to tell their parents because they fear that their parents won't believe them or that the parent will urge them to resist rather than running away from the harasser, or that the parent will be angry.
If the bully threatens to hurt your child, you should take him or her seriously. You might talk to the bully's parents if there are physical threats. Otherwise, you should contact teachers or counselors first. If you still want to contact the bullies' parents, try meeting with them at a school office for help solving the problem.