Ditch the LabelDitch the LabelDoes it feel like your parents are picking on you? Maybe their treatment of you is making you feel less confident? Is it bullying? The very fact that you’ve sought out this article to get some advice on your parents bullying you says that it could be bullying and you’re definitely not overreacting. Emotional and
...Read MoreWe know from recent Ditch the Label research that young males are less likely to tell somebody or seek support when they need it; societal constructs of masculinity have long denied many boys and men around the world freedom of visceral expression. They are taught from a young age to suppress their emotions, to ‘man
...Read MoreSo you’ve read a few blogs or articles, maybe watched some stuff on YouTube… generally done some research on how to come out to your parents. Some have been helpful, some are downright patronizing. But all of them leave you thinking “that’s all very well and good but you don’t know MY mum or dad…”
...Read MoreAnybody can become a recipient of cyberbullying, read on to find out more and how to report it.
...Read MoreIf your teen is being bullied and you’re not sure how to approach the school about it, here are some tips to get you started and what to do if it all goes wrong. This extensive and expertly created guide will help you through the process of reporting to the school about cases of bullying. Parenting
...Read MoreIt is no secret that the landscape of bullying continues to change, which is why we stress the importance of researching trends, attitudes and behaviours so that we can continue to innovate and develop world-class interventions and ways of tackling cyberbullying. But, what do the stats say? Latest statistics are taken from Ditch the Label’s
...Read MoreFriendships and relationships are an important part of young adult life and in this day and age, this extends to connections they may have formed on the internet. You might be worried about your child’s safety, however, it is important that you build a relationship where your child feels they are able to talk openly
...Read MoreNext steps: what to do if you think your child might be lesbian, gay or bisexual It is important to remember that the exploration of sexuality is something that is a completely normal and natural part of growing up. With that being said, we do not underestimate how hard it can be for young people
...Read MoreAll state schools (but not private schools) by law, must have a behaviour policy in place which includes measures to prevent bullying. Some schools will have a separate anti-bullying policy. There is no standardised policy across the UK that all schools must follow – it is decided upon by individual educational establishments so there can
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