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November 2007

Bullying in Early Childhood

Dorothy L. Espelage, Ph.D.

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Bullying harms the targeted child, those who witness it, and even the children who bully. Adults have a responsibility to provide a safe environment for children. In this Ask an Expert discussion, learn more about bullying behavior in young children. Find answers to questions such as, “What distinguishes a ‘bossy child’ from a ‘bully’?” “What are some strategies that teachers can offer to young children so they can effectively resist bullying?” “Does bullying behavior in a preschool child tend to persist throughout childhood and into adult life?”

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