{"id":45390,"date":"2025-08-18T14:51:20","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T12:51:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/?p=45390"},"modified":"2025-08-18T14:51:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T12:51:20","slug":"silent-scars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/blog\/2025\/08\/18\/silent-scars\/","title":{"rendered":"Silent scars"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Bullying \u2026 how to spot it, stop it and support your kids.<\/p>\n<p>Bullying doesn\u2019t always leave bruises. Sometimes, the deepest wounds are invisible &#8211; the anxious stomach aches, the silence at the dinner table, the fear of going to school. Across South Africa, bullying is reaching alarming levels, and the scars it leaves can last a lifetime. By becoming more aware and proactive, parents, teachers and peers can all help break the cycle.<\/p>\n<p>Recent studies show that more than one in three learners in South African schools experience some form of bullying, with verbal and cyberbullying among the most common. The rise in social media access has given bullying a new, constant platform &#8211; one that follows kids home.<\/p>\n<p>Examples of bullying include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Repeated teasing or name-calling<\/li>\n<li>Physical intimidation or violence<\/li>\n<li>Exclusion or spreading rumours<\/li>\n<li>Threats, manipulation or social pressure<\/li>\n<li>Hurtful messages or posts online<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And it doesn\u2019t only affect the victim &#8211; it changes the classroom climate, damages self-esteem and often impacts academic performance for everyone involved.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Know the signs<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Kids often don\u2019t speak up about bullying out of shame, fear or simply not knowing how to describe what they\u2019re going through. Parents and caregivers should look out for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sudden changes in mood or behaviour<\/li>\n<li>Unexplained injuries or damaged belongings<\/li>\n<li>Sleep problems or frequent headaches<\/li>\n<li>Avoidance of school or social situations<\/li>\n<li>Drop in grades or focus<\/li>\n<li>Loss of appetite or emotional withdrawal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Trust your instincts. If something feels \u2018off\u2019 it probably is.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>How parents can deal with bullying<\/em><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Create safe space conversations<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Don\u2019t wait for your child to bring it up. Ask open-ended questions like:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhat\u2019s break time like for you lately?\u201d or \u201cIs there anyone who\u2019s been bothering you?\u201d<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> Validate their feelings<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Resist the urge to brush it off with \u201cjust ignore them\u201d or \u201cstand up for yourself.\u201d Say things like:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m really sorry that\u2019s happening. That\u2019s not okay.\u201d<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Take it seriously &#8211; but stay calm<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Reacting with anger or shame can make a child shut down. Listen fully before jumping into action. Then, document the incidents and approach the school professionally.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> Work with the school, not against them<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ask for a meeting with the class teacher, principal or school counsellor. Request a copy of the school\u2019s anti-bullying policy and keep a record of communications.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong> Support mental health<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Ongoing bullying can lead to anxiety and depression. If needed, consult with a child psychologist or counsellor for additional support.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-45403\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-400x267.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-1068x712.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/highway-berea\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2025\/08\/pexels-rdne-6936406-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em>What victims of bullying can do<\/em><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Speak up &#8211; you\u2019re not alone<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Tell a trusted adult. This could be a parent, teacher or school counsellor. Staying silent only gives the bully more power.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> Don\u2019t retaliate<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Stay calm. Walk away. Bullies often want a reaction. Practise saying: \u201cLeave me alone,\u201d or \u201cI don\u2019t like that,\u201d or \u201cThat\u2019s not funny.\u201d<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Stay close to friends<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>There is safety in numbers. Stick with a group you trust, and look out for one another.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> Save the evidence (for cyberbullying)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Take screenshots, block the bully and report the behaviour to the platform and a responsible adult.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong> Know this: It\u2019s NOT your fault<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>You deserve to feel safe and respected. Being bullied doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re weak &#8211; it means someone else is making the wrong choice.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Need help?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>If you or your child needs support, these resources can help: Childline South Africa &#8211; 08000 55 555 (24\/7 helpline), South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) &#8211; 0800 456 789 or SMS 31393. For online resources, you can visit stopbullying.org.za<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bullying \u2026 how to spot it, stop it and support your kids. Bullying doesn\u2019t always leave bruises. Sometimes, the deepest wounds are invisible &#8211; the anxious stomach aches, the silence at the dinner table, the fear of going to school. 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