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Table 4 Summarize UNICEF prevention program

From: Risk factors of school bullying and its relationship with psychiatric comorbidities: a literature review

Prevention [76]

Role of the teachers

Role of the school leaders

Role of the parents

Learn about bullying

Ensuring that pupils understand the consequences of bullying is important (instead of punishments)

In their classrooms, create an atmosphere of warmth, rapport, positive interest, and inclusion for their students

Consider students who are new to school, physically challenged, or who report of being bullied by others as targets for special attention

Encourage children who are more likely to be bullied to integrate more actively and encourage their peers to assist them

Have pupils role-play bullying and how to address it. Plan how you'll combat bullying with them

Assure your students that if and when they are bullied, you will be there to assist them

Help and protect any pupils who are bullied. Assure the bully is not a threat

Raise children's knowledge of the importance of good behavior and great academic success

Educate teachers and school personnel on how to deal with bullying

Involve parents and students in creating awareness about bullying and how to take positive action against it

Parents should watch for early indicators of child bullying. If child:

Beliefs and attitudes tolerate or condone violent behaviour

Violent towards parents and siblings

Seeks to wield authority or influence

Grows cocky and narcissistic

Disregard rules

Manipulate people

Lacks empathy

Grows up haughty and self-seeking

Joins a group notorious for bullying or aggression

The following should be taught to children:

If someone teases you and says, ‘don't tell anyone!' This individual is wrong

It takes courage to report harassment and abuse

Avoid popular groups that engage in bullying

If you are afraid of being bullied or assaulted, avoid being alone or being in an unsupervised area. Keep tight to your friends