Dr. Jessica Respus

Sometimes bullying doesn’t come from classmates.
It can come from the teacher, coach, or any adult a child was taught to respect.

When harsh words or unfair treatment make a child feel small, the impact runs deeper than it seems.

Children don’t just hear what’s said to them…they absorb how it’s said.
That’s how confidence slowly disappears

As a parent, your role is to advocate calmly when boundaries are crossed.

Start with your child:
Ask gentle questions:
“What happened today that made you feel bad?”

Recognize signs of distress or resistance toward a specific person.

Then take notes. Even small moments matter.
Patterns tell stories that single incidents can’t.

When you contact the school, be clear and composed:
“I’d like to understand what happened from both sides so we can move forward respectfully.”

Most importantly, stay calm.

Your response teaches your child the difference between using authority and misusing it. When you model calm, consistent advocacy, they learn that boundaries and respect can exist together.

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