What can you do to help someone who is a target of social aggression
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What can “I” do to help someone who’s

the target of social aggression?


Help STOP social aggression

by following these four steps:


Save any evidence that might exist

to give to trusted adults.


Let your friend know that having “proof” will make it easier for the people who created the appropriate texts, tweets, or messages, for example, to be held responsible for their behavior.


Tell The Truth.

Be a good friend by squashing rumors and lies whenever you come across them. Say what you have to say in a matter of fact tone, without creating a scene.


Offer support by letting targets know you’re on their side.

If you’re comfortable speaking up as soon as you witness something wrong, great. Even if you hear about it hours...or days...later, call your friend. Tell them you heard what’s going on. Then just be quiet and listen to whatever they have to say. This honestly is more important than you can imagine. When they’re finished talking about it, offer to do

something fun together. They’ll undoubtedly appreciate having something else to do and think about for a while.


Prevent further harm by refusing to participate.

Yes, standing up for what is right can be hard. But by refusing to spread additional gossip, you’re not only helping your friend, you’re also being an outstanding role model for others.


Now THAT’S something you AND your parents

would probably be PROUD to see on the front page of the newspaper!

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