MSU Extension Bullying

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  Responding to cyberbullying in safe and constructive ways

  Published on August 24, 2018
  Young people need guidance from adults on responding to online cruelty in ways that keep them safe and help them use their voices to interrupt negative messages.

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  Self-compassion: An often misunderstood part of health and well-being

  Published on August 6, 2018
  Researcher shares five myths about self-compassion.

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  Kids’ use of internet and social media is increasing

  Published on July 31, 2018
  31 percent of teens say social media has positive benefits, 24 percent believe it is negative.

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  Youth and adults can learn to navigate stress through mindfulness

  Published on July 9, 2018
  Everyday mindfulness is key to social and emotional health and well-being.

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  Cyberbullying extends beyond the school year for many kids

  Published on May 22, 2018
  While the summer months may bring school-based bullying to a close, electronic forms of bullying can result in year-round victimization for some young people.

• Sportsmanship: Make it a measurement of character

  Published on May 8, 2018
  Sportsmanship is a way of life. What type of role model are you?

• Exploring Bias

  Published on January 22, 2018
  “Who me? I don’t have a biased bone in my body.” Often the level of discomfort of understanding and owning our biases stems from the shortsighted belief that the issue of bias is simply about good and bad people.

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  Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County

  Published on October 19, 2017
  Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917.

• Supporting LGBTQ youth is a win/win

  Published on March 23, 2017
  Tips for supporting the LGBTQ youth in your life.

• Many boys struggle with maintaining close friendships with one another during adolescence

  Published on February 9, 2017
  Explore more about these struggles and ways adults can support the healthy relationships that boys desire and need.

• Weaving the practice of self-compassion into your life

  Published on February 8, 2017
  Self-compassion can help improve your health and happiness.

• Recent events provide renewed opportunities to ensure the safety of American Muslim youth

  Published on February 2, 2017
  There are several actions adults can take to help Muslim young people feel safe, valued and affirmed

• Report identifies good and bad news related to school experiences of LGBTQ youth

  Published on January 19, 2017
  While the rates of homophobic behaviors in schools are declining, the high levels jeopardize the safety of many young people.

• Help young people interrupt and prevent homophobic name-calling and harassment

  Published on January 19, 2017
  Many strategies can help prevent behaviors that target youth based on sexual orientation, gender and gender expression.

• Give the gift of healthy brain development this holiday season

  Published on November 23, 2016
  Too many highly gendered toys can limit healthy brain development.

• Choose holiday gifts that foster (rather than hinder) healthy development for boys and girls

  Published on November 23, 2016
  Gendered toys can limit healthy development and promote bullying.

• Resources and strategies for addressing safety, understanding and inclusion

  Published on November 18, 2016
  There are many tools available to help adults provide support to young people affected by bias, harassment and other forms of violence.

• Parenting and cyber safety

  Published on November 16, 2016
  The Michigan Attorney General’s office has great resources for parents to protect their children from cyberbullying.

• Know your child’s civil rights related to harassment within educational settings

  Published on November 14, 2016
  Several laws focus on young people’s rights to education that is free from discrimination and harassment.

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  The dangers of cyberbullying

  Published on October 19, 2016
  How do you keep your kids safe from cyberbullying?