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Advice sheets for adults

Cybersafety, cyberbullying and bullying advice sheets for parents, carers and school staff.

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Bullying

Being left out

Being rejected and ostracised can hurt. Developing friendship skills at school may help young people to navigate relationships throughout their lives.

Brodie’s Law

Brodie’s law can apply to all forms of serious bullying, including physical bullying, psychological bullying, verbal bullying and cyberbullying.

Changing bullying behaviours

When a young person engages in bullying behaviour we can help them to learn more positive ways of relating to people.

Dealing with bullying

Ways to deal with bullying have been the subject of much research. We now know some of the things that work, and some of the things that don’t.

Emotional intelligence

The skills of communicating well and getting along with others are very important, and can be improved with practice.

Homophobic behaviour

Homophobic bullying can include physical violence, name calling, ‘jokes’, sexual harassment or online bullying.

Schools, students and parents

Everyone has a part to play in developing a positive culture and encouraging students to look out for each other.

Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying – information for parents

Cyberbullying can be pervasive and incessant. Parents should be aware of what they can do to help.

Cybersafety

Inappropriate content

Young people have access to a virtually limitless world so parents should be aware of the risks.

Netiquette

Online interactions are becoming as important as face-to-face ones. Learn how to manage your online relationships and develop good ‘netiquette’.

Online grooming

Young people are quick to embrace and explore the online world, but parents should be aware of the risks.

Parents and cybersafety

Learn how to be a positive online role model for your child.

Problematic internet use

Young people and the online world are synonymous, but when does it become excessive?

Sexting

For people under 18, non-consensual sexting is illegal and penalties can be very serious.

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Updated 27 March 2026

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