Below are some suggested resources with information and guidance for parents on managing school issues.
BULLYING
WHAT IS BULLYING:
https://www.stopbullying.gov/what-is-bullying/index.html
Information provided by stopbullying.gov; A federal government website managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
ROLES KIDS PLAY IN BULLYING:
WARNING SIGNS OF BULLYING:
SUPPORT FOR YOUTH IF THEY ARE BULLIED:
StompOutBullying
StompOutBullying is a national website with a 24-7 web-chat service for teens to find access to help for support about bullying. Trained counselors monitor the chat room to provide support and assistance to teens who are looking for advice.
BULLYING RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS AND PARENTS
https://teach.com/online-ed/counseling-degrees/online-masters-school-counseling/bullying-resources/
POSITIVE BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONS AND SUPPORT:
DRUGS AND ALCOHOL
ABUSE INFORMATION AND HOW TO TALK WITH KIDS ABOUT IT:
https://www.drugabuse.gov/parents-educators
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA); Find the latest science-based information about the health effects and consequences of drug abuse and addiction and resources for talking with kids about the impact
FIND TREATMENT:
http://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Drug Information Treatment and Referral Hotline; Provides information, support, treatment options, and referrals to local rehab centers for drug or alcohol problems. Operates 24 hours, 7 days a week. 800-662-HELP (4357) (toll free)
GET HELP RESOURCES:
http://www.ncadd.org
National help resources
GET INFORMATION:
http://www.niaaa.nih.gov
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism; Makes available free informational materials on many aspects of alcohol use, alcohol abuse, and alcoholism. (301) 443-3860
BE DRUG FREE:
http://www.drugfree.org
Drug Free: A nonprofit support group
PEER PRESSURE:
http://www.thecoolspot.gov/
The Cool Spot: The young teen’s place for information on alcohol and resisting peer pressure.
DEPRESSION
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE:
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Trained professionals available to help, not pry
S.A.F.E. ALTERNATIVES (SELF-ABUSE FINALLY ENDS):
www.selfinjury.com
Information Line to help avoid self harm
CYBER ABUSE / CYBER BULLYING
DIGITAL AWARENESS FOR PARENTS AND COMMUNITY:
PREVENT CYBERBULLYING:
VIOLENCE AND THREATS
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS PSYCHOLOGISTS:
School Violence Prevention Tips for Parents and Educators
Get information including tips for parents about educators about prevention of violence.