Bullying, learning differences, and how to help

Bullying is a tough topic for anyone to talk about. But for kids who learn and think differently, it can be even tougher. They’re more likely to be bullied than their peers. And it’s common for kids who are bullied to react by bullying others. So what can families do about bullying? 

In this episode, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek get advice from Ellen Braaten, child psychologist and Understood expert. Listen in to learn how to tell the difference between teasing and bullying. Find out what to do if your child is being bullied. Get Ellen’s tips for helping kids talk about bullying — and stand up for themselves — even when they’d rather not stand out. 

To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. 

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Related resources 

• Bullying and learning differences 
• 5 reasons kids with ADHD get bullied 
• The difference between teasing and bullying 
• StopBullying.gov

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