A recent article in Advance magazine titled “Kids with Disabilities Bullied” highlighted this problem in our society. We have seen the growing media coverage of bullying and its devastating impact on youth.
International studies show that along with hardships that are part of living with health issues, young people with disabilities or chronic illnesses are more likely to be victims of bullying from their peers at school. The study showed that students who reported having a disability or chronic illness - no matter where they lived - were more likely to be bullied by peers than those who did not. In fact, the data revealed that the likelihood was 10% greater for bullying to occur and that both boys and girls were equally at risk.
We all need to stand up to bullies and help protect people who may be victimized.
Read the article for additional information: http://occupational-therapy.advanceweb.com/News/Daily-News-Watch/Kids-with-Disabilities-Bullied.aspx
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