This Darn PRAXIS.. Flashcards
Q: What is the role of NASP regarding bullying in schools?
A: NASP supports equal access to education and mental health services for all youth and believes school psychologists are ethically obligated to develop and support schools free from discrimination, harassment, aggression, violence, and abuse.
In other words, it is an ethical obligation to help stop bullying. No brainer.
Q: How does the U.S. Department of Education propose addressing bullying?
A: It calls for a united effort involving administrators, teachers, staff, parents, and students to create a healthy school climate where all students feel they belong and are safe.
In other words, everyone should collaborate.
Q: What are the common types of bullying among children and adolescents?
A: Physical (e.g., hitting, spitting), Verbal (e.g., name-calling, threats), Relational/social (e.g., spreading rumors, social isolation), and Cyberbullying (e.g., bullying via electronic mediums).
Q: What is the difference between bullying and targeted violence?
A: Bullying involves unwanted aggressive behavior with a power imbalance, while targeted violence is goal-directed and focused towards specific individuals (e.g., stalking, terrorism).
Q: What is the prevalence of bullying in high schools as of 2017?
A: 19% of high school students reported being bullied on school property in the past year, and 14.9% reported being victims of cyberbullying.
Q: What are the legal implications of bullying in schools?
A: Bullying can constitute civil rights violations, and schools may violate federal antidisсrimination laws if they do not adequately address bullying based on race, color, national origin, sex, or disability.
In other words, we can all get SUED.
Q: What are some recommended school-based bullying prevention and intervention strategies?
A: Strategies include teaching social, emotional, and behavior competencies, developing and implementing anti-bullying policies, focusing on bystanders, and collaborating with parents.
Q: What is the role of a school psychologist in bullying prevention?
A: NASP supports efforts to provide school psychologists with knowledge and skills in designing and implementing prevention and school climate programs, as specified in NASP’s Model for Comprehensive and Integrated School Psychological Services.
In Tier 1, we should train the entire staff to…
… developing and implementing positive behavioral interventions that
prevent bullying, reduce bystander involvement, and promote students’ social–emotional development
using discipline-related incidents as potential learning opportunities (i.e., teachable moments).
