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A CARELINK WELLNESS NEWSLETTER

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

(NewsUSA) – With the holiday season upon us, the latest cell phones and tablets are sure to be

at the top of most kids’ gift lists. Let’s face it: they’ll use these gifts

to keep up and connect with their friends on sites

like Instagram, Twitter and SnapChat.

While these devices make it easier for parents to stay connected with their children wherever they go, they can also make it easier for children and teens to be exposed

to serious issues like sexting and cyberbullying. According to the i-SAFE foundation, more than 25 percent of adolescents and teens have been bullied repeatedly through their cell phones or the Internet. Parents need to make sure they’re staying informed about what apps their children are using and set guidelines on how the devices will be used.

As parents brave the shopping crowds, there are a few important tips to keep in mind:

* Establish ground rules for phone access and use, including location and time restraints. (Example: use only in common household areas, like the kitchen.)

* Discuss what apps and in-app purchases are appropriate upon gifting the phone.

* Stay educated about sites like Instagram, Twitter and Ask.fm, where cyberbullying is becoming more commonplace.

* Make sure your kids have privacy settings enabled on all of their devices and social media sites.

* Know your resources: You don’t have to keep your kids in the Stone Age to keep them safe from dangers in the digital world.

TIPS FOR KEEPING KIDS SAFE ON

NEW MOBILE DEVICES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

“As a parent, I know how important it is to get your child the devices they want this holiday season,” says Paul Adkison, founder of ZABRA (www.zabra.com), a social media parenting tool that monitors the most common issues in cyberspace today.

“Even with guidelines and ground rules, there is always the possibility for your child to become involved in potentially dangerous online activity,” says Adkison. “But having candid conversations with your kids about what they do online and using a safety tool like ZABRA is a great way to find a middle ground.”

Parents can initiate the conversation about using these devices responsibly by including the Good Cyber Citizen Pledge with the gift or as a stocking stuffer. This provides parents peace of mind that their kids are committed to developing good online behavior; and the kids get what they want for the holidays.

HOW TO GET BETTER SLEEP AND MORE OF ITWHAT IT TAKES TO OVERCOME TRAUMA IN YOUR LIFELET HEALTHY FOODS HEAL YOUR MINDSAME BULLYING… NEW TOOLS

well awareSame Bullying… New Tools When Denise Edwards (not her real name) saw a text on her 11-year-old son’s phone that said, “Im gonna kill you 2mrw” from an unrecognized number, her heart stopped. She asked her son

about it and was shocked to hear an older boy on his bus had been sending these types of texts for about two months.

Experts estimate that teens are at least four times more likely to say something hurtful or demeaning to another child when behind the veil of a phone or computer.

Tim Woda, a digital safety expert, explains: “Cyberbullies are often not the biggest kids on the playground or the meanest girls at school. If you want to protect against cyberbullying, parents need to be aware of what their kids are doing online and be willing to act quickly when they see a red flag.”

Here are a few tips for parents to prevent cyberbullying:

Talk about it: The best defense is a good offense. Ask your child how they would respond if someone were mean to them online. What should they do? Is it okay to forward a text message making fun of someone?

Spot it: Cyberbullying can cause kids to avoid using their phone or computer, or appear stressed when receiving an e-mail or text. They may act reluctant to attend social or school events or avoid conversations about school or friends. In extreme cases, the child will have declining grades, stop eating or have difficulty sleeping.

WELL AWARE Newsletter is published by: BHPI1333 Brewery Park Blvd. Ste. 300Detroit, MI 48207(313) 656-0000

CARF has accredited Carelink Network as a Behavioral Health Services Management Network and Carelink Network is funded by the Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority

The crisis intervention, suicide prevention and

information and referral helpline for Wayne County is available 24-7, just call 313-224-7000 or 1-800-241-4949 to speak with a caring professional.The Member Services Department is always

available to help you with:

• Accessing Services

• Finding a Provider or Doctor

• Finding Community Resources

• Self Determination

• Recipient Rights

• Grievance & Appeals Process

Call us if you need help 24 hours a day /7 days a week1-888-711-LINK (5465)(313) 656-2587 (TDD line for the hearing impaired) (313) 656-2588 (fax)

Deal with it: Teach them to never respond, save the evidence and report the incident to an adult they trust. Next, engage school administrators to discuss their cyberbullying policy and develop a plan of action. Finally, talk about the situation with the bully and the parents. Sometimes a school guidance counselor can act as a mediator for this type of meeting.

Prevent it: Stealing your child’s phone or their passwords to social networking accounts is not an ideal way to understand what’s going on in

their digital world. Use a parental intelligence service, such as uKnowKids.

com, that can alert you to dangerous behavior and cyberbullying. The best time to install parental monitoring software is the moment a child gets a social media account or mobile phone so kids

accept it for the long run.

www.bhpi.org

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To help you get better sleep, Dr. Thorpy suggests these simple tips:

• Set and stick to a sleep schedule. Establish a regular bedtime and wake time.

• Set aside time at night to “wind down.” Spend some quiet time before bedtime. Such activities as watching TV, using the computer or working right before bedtime, or in the bedroom, can make it harder to fall asleep.

• Avoid caffeine and alcohol before bed.

• Exercise regularly. Just don’t exercise rigorously near bedtime, and check with your doctor before starting an exercise regimen.

• Don’t clock-watch. If you awaken in the middle of the night and stay in bed, don’t lie there staring at the clock. And don’t watch TV or use your laptop or cell phone, because these technologies stimulate the brain, making it tougher to fall back to sleep.

CareLink Calendar of EventsOCTOBERMental Health Awareness Week (first week) & Bullying Prevention Month

The Children’s Center October 3, 2014Tour de Fork - Celebrating the 85th Anniversary of The Children’s Center 7:00pm - 11:30pm • A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education Benson and Edith Ford Conference Center 485 West Milwaukee St. Detroit, MI 48202

October 10, 2014 World Mental Health Day

American Cancer Society October 11, 2014 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 9:00am • Downtown Detroit • 2000 Brush St, Detroit

Autism Speaks October 12, 2014 Walk Now for Autism Speaks Ford Field Registration begins at 8:30 Walk begins at 10:00

Development CentersOctober 24, 2014 sPOOF!A benefit supporting Development Centers. 6:00pm • The Baronette Renaissance, Novi, MI

NOVEMBER National Family Caregivers Month

Black Family Development November 6, 2014 Presidents’ Dinner Charles H. Wright Museum visit http://www.blackfamilydevelopment.org for more information

Northeast Guidance CenterNovember 13, 2014 51st Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon 12pm • Detroit Yacht Club

DECEMBER

The Children’s Center December 4, 2014The Children’s Center Tour Noon and 5:30pm 79 Alexandrine West, Detroit, MI 48201

Behavorial Health Professionals, Inc. December 5, 2014 Parent’s Night Out 7pm • Hotel St. Regis, Detroit, MI

How To Get Better Sleep & MORE of It

Let Healthy Foods Heal Your Mind By Mike Vizena, Executive Director, MACMHB

Take a pinch of sodium benzoate, a dash of butylated hydroxyanisole, a sprinkle of monosodium glutamate and a touch of potassium bromate. Combine and heat until brown.

If this looks like something you would see in a chemistry class, think again. These are just some of the most common ingredients used in processed foods in America, and they’re the reason that junk food is both cheap and accessible. We’ve heard about the effects that junk food can have on our waistlines and physical health, but eating junk can be detrimental to our mental health as well. Eating whole, nutritious foods is not only good for our bodies, but also good for our minds.

According to the Mental Health Foundation, there is evidence that food plays an important role in preventing and managing mental health issues, including ADHD, depression and schizophrenia. Fast and processed foods may be convenient and cheap, but they could be undermining our mental health.

So what’s the alternative? If unhealthy food is everywhere, how do we avoid it? The solution is simple. Focus on whole foods. A whole food is a food that has been processed or refined as little as possible and includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean cuts of meat. Research has linked a whole food diet to a reduced risk of depression and anxiety disorders.

These foods are easy to find and don’t have to break your budget. Farmers markets are prevalent this time of year and are a great source of fresh produce. In Michigan, you can even use the Double Up Food Bucks program with a Bridge Card at your local farmers market to purchase Michigan-grown fruits and vegetables. Leafy greens such as spinach and romaine are high in folic acid, a nutrient that has been shown to help with anxiety, and are readily available at every grocery store, often selling for less than $2. Brown rice contains many B vitamins as well as selenium, which has been shown to help with depression and stress, and also is an economical choice for those with a limited budget.

Of course, limiting your consumption of ready-made meals and processed foods may increase the time you have to spend cooking, but cooking is therapy in itself and has been shown to reduce stress and ease anxiety. In addition, eating a home-cooked meal in good company is beneficial for our mental and emotional well-being.

As Hippocrates once said, “Let thy food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” The healing power of food should not be underestimated. Make eating whole, healthy foods a priority and let the power of good food surprise you.

What It Takes To Overcome Trauma In Your Life(NewsUSA) – When sudden, unexpected things happen that shatter your sense of security, it’s important to keep all lines of communication open. Even if you don’t need the support, someone you care about may.

While you can’t control everything that happens to you or your loved ones in life, you can control your reaction.

David Cunningham, a communication expert and seminar leader for Landmark Education — an international training and development company that offers “The Landmark Forum” and dozens of other programs — suggests the following advice for those coping with loss:

Accept the reality of the situation. Even when hurricanes, wildfires or other natural disasters approach, many residents are reluctant to evacuate, putting themselves and their rescuers at risk. If your area is told to evacuate, don’t count on a miracle to spare your home — keep your family safe by taking them to a secure location. Make sure that each family member knows what they’re doing, where they’re going and what important documents they must take with them.

Understand that talking about your experiences will help your family members cope with their trauma and loss. People experience a wide range of emotions after surviving a traumatic event, including anger, grief, guilt, fear and numbness. Open up about your feelings, and others will feel more comfortable sharing theirs.

Truly listen to others’ thoughts and feelings, even if they perplex you. Maybe you don’t understand a neighbor’s worry over their cell phone or a friend’s frantic concern over a lost pet. But it’s important to create a space in which people can express their feelings. Allow others to speak about their primary concerns without passing judgment or trying to fix the situation — an open ear can mean everything in a time of crisis.

Become a leader. Maybe you don’t see yourself as a leader in everyday life, but if your family is counting on you, you need to step up. Focus on others. Make sure that everyone is prepared to act calmly and safely, and you will find yourself becoming the leader you never knew you were.

well aware FALL | WINTER 2014A CARELINK NEWSLETTER well aware

Facebook:

Junk food may be cheap and convenient, but it may undermine our mental health. Make eating healthy a priority and let the power of good food surprise you!

Good “brain food” doesn’t have to break the budget! Use the Double Up Food Bucks Program to purchase Michigan-grown produce from farmers markets and participating vendors.

Don’t underestimate the power of healthy food when it comes to your mental health! As Hippocrates once said, “Let they food be thy medicine and medicine by thy food.”

Cooking has been shown to reduce stress and ease anxiety. Making a delicious, healthy meal for family and friends is beneficial for our mental and emotional well-being.

Twitter:

Focus on whole, nutritious foods for mental health & stay away from processed foods and ingredients you can’t pronounce!

Good “brain food” doesn’t have to break the budget! Brown rice and spinach are inexpensive and good for #depression prevention.

Research has linked a whole food diet to a reduced risk of depression and anxiety.

One of the simplest things you can do for your health is to get enough sleep, say experts. Unfortunately, many Americans have difficulty sleeping, making this seem like a simple task, but it can be anything but simple.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, the average American sleeps about six hours and 55 minutes per night during the week, and 15 percent of adults sleep less than six hours per night.

“Lack of sleep can take a significant toll on your overall health and interfere with some of your daily activities,” said Dr. Michael Thorpy, director of the Sleep-Wake Disorders Center at the Montefiore Medical Center in New York.

Almost everybody has trouble sleeping now and then, but many Americans experience significant problems getting to sleep or continually wake up in the middle of the night.

Such problems may be clinical symptoms of insomnia. According to the National Sleep Foundation, if you have trouble falling asleep at night, or staying asleep, or you wake up in the morning feeling unrefreshed, you may be suffering from insomnia.

Insomnia can affect people in different ways. Some sufferers have trouble initially getting to sleep, while others wake up in the middle of the night and have difficulty falling back asleep.

If these tips don’t help, speak with your healthcare professional to help determine whether you are suffering from insomnia and require treatment.

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To help you get better sleep, Dr. Thorpy suggests these simple tips:

• Set and stick to a sleep schedule. Establish a regular bedtime and wake time.

• Set aside time at night to “wind down.” Spend some quiet time before bedtime. Such activities as watching TV, using the computer or working right before bedtime, or in the bedroom, can make it harder to fall asleep.

• Avoid caffeine and alcohol before bed.

• Exercise regularly. Just don’t exercise rigorously near bedtime, and check with your doctor before starting an exercise regimen.

• Don’t clock-watch. If you awaken in the middle of the night and stay in bed, don’t lie there staring at the clock. And don’t watch TV or use your laptop or cell phone, because these technologies stimulate the brain, making it tougher to fall back to sleep.

CareLink Calendar of EventsOCTOBERMental Health Awareness Week (first week) & Bullying Prevention Month

The Children’s Center October 3, 2014Tour de Fork - Celebrating the 85th Anniversary of The Children’s Center 7:00pm - 11:30pm • A. Alfred Taubman Center for Design Education Benson and Edith Ford Conference Center 485 West Milwaukee St. Detroit, MI 48202

October 10, 2014 World Mental Health Day

American Cancer Society October 11, 2014 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 9:00am • Downtown Detroit • 2000 Brush St, Detroit

Autism Speaks October 12, 2014 Walk Now for Autism Speaks Ford Field Registration begins at 8:30 Walk begins at 10:00

Development CentersOctober 24, 2014 sPOOF!A benefit supporting Development Centers. 6:00pm • The Baronette Renaissance, Novi, MI

NOVEMBER National Family Caregivers Month

Black Family Development November 6, 2014 Presidents’ Dinner Charles H. Wright Museum visit http://www.blackfamilydevelopment.org for more information

Northeast Guidance CenterNovember 13, 2014 51st Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon 12pm • Detroit Yacht Club

DECEMBER

The Children’s Center December 4, 2014The Children’s Center Tour Noon and 5:30pm 79 Alexandrine West, Detroit, MI 48201

Behavorial Health Professionals, Inc. December 5, 2014 Parent’s Night Out 7pm • Hotel St. Regis, Detroit, MI

How To Get Better Sleep & MORE of It

Let Healthy Foods Heal Your Mind By Mike Vizena, Executive Director, MACMHB

Take a pinch of sodium benzoate, a dash of butylated hydroxyanisole, a sprinkle of monosodium glutamate and a touch of potassium bromate. Combine and heat until brown.

If this looks like something you would see in a chemistry class, think again. These are just some of the most common ingredients used in processed foods in America, and they’re the reason that junk food is both cheap and accessible. We’ve heard about the effects that junk food can have on our waistlines and physical health, but eating junk can be detrimental to our mental health as well. Eating whole, nutritious foods is not only good for our bodies, but also good for our minds.

According to the Mental Health Foundation, there is evidence that food plays an important role in preventing and managing mental health issues, including ADHD, depression and schizophrenia. Fast and processed foods may be convenient and cheap, but they could be undermining our mental health.

So what’s the alternative? If unhealthy food is everywhere, how do we avoid it? The solution is simple. Focus on whole foods. A whole food is a food that has been processed or refined as little as possible and includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean cuts of meat. Research has linked a whole food diet to a reduced risk of depression and anxiety disorders.

These foods are easy to find and don’t have to break your budget. Farmers markets are prevalent this time of year and are a great source of fresh produce. In Michigan, you can even use the Double Up Food Bucks program with a Bridge Card at your local farmers market to purchase Michigan-grown fruits and vegetables. Leafy greens such as spinach and romaine are high in folic acid, a nutrient that has been shown to help with anxiety, and are readily available at every grocery store, often selling for less than $2. Brown rice contains many B vitamins as well as selenium, which has been shown to help with depression and stress, and also is an economical choice for those with a limited budget.

Of course, limiting your consumption of ready-made meals and processed foods may increase the time you have to spend cooking, but cooking is therapy in itself and has been shown to reduce stress and ease anxiety. In addition, eating a home-cooked meal in good company is beneficial for our mental and emotional well-being.

As Hippocrates once said, “Let thy food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” The healing power of food should not be underestimated. Make eating whole, healthy foods a priority and let the power of good food surprise you.

What It Takes To Overcome Trauma In Your Life(NewsUSA) – When sudden, unexpected things happen that shatter your sense of security, it’s important to keep all lines of communication open. Even if you don’t need the support, someone you care about may.

While you can’t control everything that happens to you or your loved ones in life, you can control your reaction.

David Cunningham, a communication expert and seminar leader for Landmark Education — an international training and development company that offers “The Landmark Forum” and dozens of other programs — suggests the following advice for those coping with loss:

Accept the reality of the situation. Even when hurricanes, wildfires or other natural disasters approach, many residents are reluctant to evacuate, putting themselves and their rescuers at risk. If your area is told to evacuate, don’t count on a miracle to spare your home — keep your family safe by taking them to a secure location. Make sure that each family member knows what they’re doing, where they’re going and what important documents they must take with them.

Understand that talking about your experiences will help your family members cope with their trauma and loss. People experience a wide range of emotions after surviving a traumatic event, including anger, grief, guilt, fear and numbness. Open up about your feelings, and others will feel more comfortable sharing theirs.

Truly listen to others’ thoughts and feelings, even if they perplex you. Maybe you don’t understand a neighbor’s worry over their cell phone or a friend’s frantic concern over a lost pet. But it’s important to create a space in which people can express their feelings. Allow others to speak about their primary concerns without passing judgment or trying to fix the situation — an open ear can mean everything in a time of crisis.

Become a leader. Maybe you don’t see yourself as a leader in everyday life, but if your family is counting on you, you need to step up. Focus on others. Make sure that everyone is prepared to act calmly and safely, and you will find yourself becoming the leader you never knew you were.

well aware FALL | WINTER 2014A CARELINK NEWSLETTER well aware

Facebook:

Junk food may be cheap and convenient, but it may undermine our mental health. Make eating healthy a priority and let the power of good food surprise you!

Good “brain food” doesn’t have to break the budget! Use the Double Up Food Bucks Program to purchase Michigan-grown produce from farmers markets and participating vendors.

Don’t underestimate the power of healthy food when it comes to your mental health! As Hippocrates once said, “Let they food be thy medicine and medicine by thy food.”

Cooking has been shown to reduce stress and ease anxiety. Making a delicious, healthy meal for family and friends is beneficial for our mental and emotional well-being.

Twitter:

Focus on whole, nutritious foods for mental health & stay away from processed foods and ingredients you can’t pronounce!

Good “brain food” doesn’t have to break the budget! Brown rice and spinach are inexpensive and good for #depression prevention.

Research has linked a whole food diet to a reduced risk of depression and anxiety.

One of the simplest things you can do for your health is to get enough sleep, say experts. Unfortunately, many Americans have difficulty sleeping, making this seem like a simple task, but it can be anything but simple.

According to the National Sleep Foundation, the average American sleeps about six hours and 55 minutes per night during the week, and 15 percent of adults sleep less than six hours per night.

“Lack of sleep can take a significant toll on your overall health and interfere with some of your daily activities,” said Dr. Michael Thorpy, director of the Sleep-Wake Disorders Center at the Montefiore Medical Center in New York.

Almost everybody has trouble sleeping now and then, but many Americans experience significant problems getting to sleep or continually wake up in the middle of the night.

Such problems may be clinical symptoms of insomnia. According to the National Sleep Foundation, if you have trouble falling asleep at night, or staying asleep, or you wake up in the morning feeling unrefreshed, you may be suffering from insomnia.

Insomnia can affect people in different ways. Some sufferers have trouble initially getting to sleep, while others wake up in the middle of the night and have difficulty falling back asleep.

If these tips don’t help, speak with your healthcare professional to help determine whether you are suffering from insomnia and require treatment.

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wellaware

Fall/

Wint

er 20

14

A CARELINK WELLNESS NEWSLETTER

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

(NewsUSA) – With the holiday season upon us, the latest cell phones and tablets are sure to be

at the top of most kids’ gift lists. Let’s face it: they’ll use these gifts

to keep up and connect with their friends on sites

like Instagram, Twitter and SnapChat.

While these devices make it easier for parents to stay connected with their children wherever they go, they can also make it easier for children and teens to be exposed

to serious issues like sexting and cyberbullying. According to the i-SAFE foundation, more than 25 percent of adolescents and teens have been bullied repeatedly through their cell phones or the Internet. Parents need to make sure they’re staying informed about what apps their children are using and set guidelines on how the devices will be used.

As parents brave the shopping crowds, there are a few important tips to keep in mind:

* Establish ground rules for phone access and use, including location and time restraints. (Example: use only in common household areas, like the kitchen.)

* Discuss what apps and in-app purchases are appropriate upon gifting the phone.

* Stay educated about sites like Instagram, Twitter and Ask.fm, where cyberbullying is becoming more commonplace.

* Make sure your kids have privacy settings enabled on all of their devices and social media sites.

* Know your resources: You don’t have to keep your kids in the Stone Age to keep them safe from dangers in the digital world.

TIPS FOR KEEPING KIDS SAFE ON

NEW MOBILE DEVICES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

“As a parent, I know how important it is to get your child the devices they want this holiday season,” says Paul Adkison, founder of ZABRA (www.zabra.com), a social media parenting tool that monitors the most common issues in cyberspace today.

“Even with guidelines and ground rules, there is always the possibility for your child to become involved in potentially dangerous online activity,” says Adkison. “But having candid conversations with your kids about what they do online and using a safety tool like ZABRA is a great way to find a middle ground.”

Parents can initiate the conversation about using these devices responsibly by including the Good Cyber Citizen Pledge with the gift or as a stocking stuffer. This provides parents peace of mind that their kids are committed to developing good online behavior; and the kids get what they want for the holidays.

HOW TO GET BETTER SLEEP AND MORE OF ITWHAT IT TAKES TO OVERCOME TRAUMA IN YOUR LIFELET HEALTHY FOODS HEAL YOUR MINDSAME BULLYING… NEW TOOLS

well awareSame Bullying… New Tools When Denise Edwards (not her real name) saw a text on her 11-year-old son’s phone that said, “Im gonna kill you 2mrw” from an unrecognized number, her heart stopped. She asked her son

about it and was shocked to hear an older boy on his bus had been sending these types of texts for about two months.

Experts estimate that teens are at least four times more likely to say something hurtful or demeaning to another child when behind the veil of a phone or computer.

Tim Woda, a digital safety expert, explains: “Cyberbullies are often not the biggest kids on the playground or the meanest girls at school. If you want to protect against cyberbullying, parents need to be aware of what their kids are doing online and be willing to act quickly when they see a red flag.”

Here are a few tips for parents to prevent cyberbullying:

Talk about it: The best defense is a good offense. Ask your child how they would respond if someone were mean to them online. What should they do? Is it okay to forward a text message making fun of someone?

Spot it: Cyberbullying can cause kids to avoid using their phone or computer, or appear stressed when receiving an e-mail or text. They may act reluctant to attend social or school events or avoid conversations about school or friends. In extreme cases, the child will have declining grades, stop eating or have difficulty sleeping.

WELL AWARE Newsletter is published by: BHPI1333 Brewery Park Blvd. Ste. 300Detroit, MI 48207(313) 656-0000

CARF has accredited Carelink Network as a Behavioral Health Services Management Network and Carelink Network is funded by the Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority

The crisis intervention, suicide prevention and

information and referral helpline for Wayne County is available 24-7, just call 313-224-7000 or 1-800-241-4949 to speak with a caring professional.The Member Services Department is always

available to help you with:

• Accessing Services

• Finding a Provider or Doctor

• Finding Community Resources

• Self Determination

• Recipient Rights

• Grievance & Appeals Process

Call us if you need help 24 hours a day /7 days a week1-888-711-LINK (5465)(313) 656-2587 (TDD line for the hearing impaired) (313) 656-2588 (fax)

Deal with it: Teach them to never respond, save the evidence and report the incident to an adult they trust. Next, engage school administrators to discuss their cyberbullying policy and develop a plan of action. Finally, talk about the situation with the bully and the parents. Sometimes a school guidance counselor can act as a mediator for this type of meeting.

Prevent it: Stealing your child’s phone or their passwords to social networking accounts is not an ideal way to understand what’s going on in

their digital world. Use a parental intelligence service, such as uKnowKids.

com, that can alert you to dangerous behavior and cyberbullying. The best time to install parental monitoring software is the moment a child gets a social media account or mobile phone so kids

accept it for the long run.

www.bhpi.org

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