Health 4.12

Bullying prevention. The student uses social skills for building and maintaining respectful relationships throughout the life span. The student is expected to:

• (1) describe the characteristics of a bully;
  • (A) demonstrate appropriate ways to deal with disrespectful behavior;
  • (B) explain the difference between assertive behavior and aggressive behavior;
  • (C) describe the negative impact bullying has on both the victim and the bully; and
  • (D) demonstrate consideration when interacting with individuals who communicate in unique ways such as someone who has a speech impediment, someone who does not speak English, or someone who has an exceptionally high vocabulary.