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Be bully free, now is the time for you to take control, Cathie Thornton & Michael Panckridge

eng

no index present

non fiction

Be bully free

Cathie Thornton & Michael Panckridge

now is the time for you to take control

Built around real stories, the authors describe 24 different bullying scenarios then offer practical suggestions and follow up guidance that would help the recipient deal with each situation. Dot points conclude each scenario and provide handy tips and summary points. The thrust of the book is about empowerment; you can't always control the behaviour of others but you can have a big say in how you live your own life. It's about building up resilience and coming to an understanding that the way you are treated by people is more a statement about who they are, rather than a statement about who you are. The book has additional sections that cover a variety of relevant topics for young people. Here the reader can find useful tips about nutrition, anxiety, sleep, exercise, self-talk, assertiveness and relaxation. Other sections are geared towards parents, schools and even the bully themselves. There's also a wealth of websites listed for further reading and support. An engaging, easily accessible and important addition that every young person, family and school should have access to