We are encouraging separated parents to put their differences aside and support their child if they are being bullied or are bullying others as part of Anti-Bullying Week (November 16 – 20).
The theme for this year’s Anti-Bullying Week is United Against Bullying, so we’re encouraging people to come together against bullying. Now is the perfect time for parents to educate their children. They need to learn what bullying is and why it is wrong. They should speak to their children if they feel they are being targeted.
Separating or divorcing?
If parents are separating, high levels of conflict in front of their children can cause the child to reflect this in a school environment. Parents are role models for their children and need to be mindful about what their child sees of their behaviours.
Alternatively, having separating parents can cause anxiety and upset in the child. They can become quiet and withdrawn and this makes them an easier target for school bullies.
Parents have a unique role in guiding their children and keeping them safe and supported. It’s important to put your differences aside to support your child if they are being targeted or are targeting someone else. It’s important to speak to the school whatever the situation and discuss how it can be sorted.
Anti-Bullying Week was organised by the Anti-Bullying Alliance. It is a coalition of organisations and individuals that are united against bullying.
The Anti-Bullying Alliance was established by the NSPCC and the National Children’s Bureau in 2002.
For our clients, their children are their main focus. They often wish to make the separation impact on their children as little as possible.
If you need help with sorting out the arrangements for the care of your children or how to handle the situation in front of your children, get in touch with us. We are specialist barristers. There is no need for a solicitor – you can come direct to us, the experts.