Featured Article from Our Practice

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• Addressing Bullying in Our School Communities: Resources and Support for Families and Educators (Written by Dr. Juliana): In this comprehensive article, Dr. Juliana explores practical ways families and educators can work together to address bullying. I share key insights on how to spot warning signs, support a child who is struggling, and foster safe, inclusive school environments where every student can thrive.

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Websites & Organizations

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• PREVNet (Promoting Relationships and Eliminating Violence Network): A premier Canadian national network of researchers and youth organizations working together to stop bullying and teen dating violence. Their website is packed with evidence-based resources to help parents and youth build healthy, safe relationships.

• Teach Safe Schools [For Parents & Educators]: A wonderful resource dedicated to helping school staff and families co-create safe, welcoming learning environments. It offers practical, research-backed strategies to prevent school-based conflict and support student well-being.

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Evidence-Based Anti-Bullying Programmes

1. The WITS Programme [For Kids in Kindergarten to Grade 6]: A highly successful Canadian initiative that teaches younger children how to handle peer conflict and bullying. WITS is an easy-to-remember acronym that helps kids make safe choices:

      W – Walk away
       I – Ignore
       T – Talk it out
       S – Seek help
The programme uses engaging stories and role-playing to bring together schools, families, and community mentors (like local athletes and first responders) to keep kids safe.

2. Second Step Bullying Prevention Program [For School Communities]: An internationally recognized programme used in classrooms to teach kids how to recognize, report, and refuse bullying. It focuses on building essential life skills like empathy, managing big emotions, and learning how to stand up for oneself and others respectfully.

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​Featured Podcast

• My Kid is Being Bullied. What Should I Do? [For Parents of Middle Schoolers]: In this highly practical episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour guides parents through the difficult experience of supporting a child facing bullying. You will learn:

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Classic Anti-Bullying Literature

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• My Kid is Being Bullied. What Should I Do? (Dr. Dan Olweus): Written by the pioneering researcher who created the world's very first comprehensive bullying prevention programme. This foundational book clearly defines what bullying is, outlines the traits of both children who bully and those who are targeted, and highlights why adult intervention and a "whole-school" approach are so vital.

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