Anti-social behaviour online - trolling, cyberbullying - is a growing concerning phenomenon but research shows ignoring these mostly faceless angry attention-seekers could be the best response.
Are we doing our best on bullying?
Incidences of bullying are occurring in preschools. With bullying linked to a range of poor outcomes in adulthood, psychologists are urging schools to adopt best practice to protect students.
Motivational interviewing
A psychological approach that assists in behaviour change by focusing on a person’s motivations for problem behaviour, examining the consequences of it and addressing their ambivalence about making positive change. The approach arose from work in the area of substance abuse and is now thought to be effective in addressing bullying and the management of…
Bullying
Bullying occurs when an individual or group repeatedly behaves towards a specific individual with the intention of causing harm or distress. This can include physical, verbal, social or online attacks. Psychological research has shown that being bullied, being a bully or witnessing bullying are all associated with negative effects on mental health.
Why restraint is not the solution
Use of physical restraint in detention settings is outmoded, according to a leading expert, and amounts to a physical assault that would be unacceptable in any other setting.
The impact of intimate partner violence
Dominance and control through many forms of abuse is an unfortunately common and destructive force in many relationships.
How poor workplace culture can affect wellbeing
A negative vibe at work can lead to poor mental health outcomes, but proactive leadership can reduce the risks and create a more productive working environment.
What is anti-social behaviour?
Governments, police and the wider society often struggle to understand, control and prevent anti-social behaviour. Psychology has some of the answers.
From Around the Web
- ‘Shocking’ numbers of children presenting with mental health issuesSydney Morning Herald and The Age
- Psychologists face ‘tsunami’ of demand during COVID-19 pandemic, bushfire anniversariesABC Online
- Why good manners are more important than ever during pandemic travelThe Washington Post
- Things I have learnt about my eating disorder, 20 years laterABC Life
- 10 ways to de-escalate political discussions with friends and family who disagree with youCNN
- Want to Raise Successful Kids? Science Uncovers the Parenting Style That Creates Better LeadersInc.
- 5 Ideas From Psychology That Will Inspire You For The Year AheadForbes
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