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Although bullying is far more prevalent than violence that involves weapons, 3 one primary goal of improved physical surveillance measures is to prevent youth from bringing weapons to school. Preventing bullying and school violence aims to empower mental health professionals to work confidently and effectively in educational settings to reduce the distress, enhance the psychological wellbeing, and secure the safety of all schoolchildren. Preventing bullying and school violence book depository. Metal detectors and searches of student lockers and book bags are not uncommon, especially in large urban middle and high schools. Preventing bullying in schools sage publications ltd. Here is a collection of books for kids and adults about bullying. The best way to address bullying is to stop it before it starts.
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