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Bullying is a form of emotional/verbal/psychological abuse that can affect people of any age. Often harder to prove due to lack of physical evidence, the fact remains that victims can be seriously damaged for life. Regardless of the person’s age, the following illustrations will hopefully emphasize the need for increased media exposure regarding this topic. Children are vulnerable and unable to defend themselves so often. Lightly supervised or unsupervised playgrounds in neighborhoods, schools, and recreation facilities are common breeding grounds for bullies to flourish. Mark is a 6-year-old boy who is currently in therapy with a child psychologist due to being bullied on his school playground. His specific bullying was…

Parents and caregivers who emotionally abuse children do these children a massive amount of harm. Below, in a combined list by competent professionals, you will find the specific actions included in emotional abuse of children. Constant criticism Belittling—put-downs, name calling and intimidating body language Rejection Continuous yelling Committing violence against the child or even threatening violence Allowing the child to witness physical or emotional abuse of another Withholding love, support and guidance Neglecting basic needs Destruction of one’s pet or valued possession Threat of abandonment (including suicide) Not allowing the expression of anger or sadness therefore curtailing the development of the full range of emotions The above emotional abuse of…