First published 2017
Richard Phillips tackles one of the most persistent problems in schools and workplaces. His handbook dissects how widespread bullying has become across different environments and age groups. Phillips draws from extensive research to map the psychological damage that victims experience, from anxiety and depression to long-term trauma responses. He examines perpetrators too, exploring what drives aggressive behavior and how social dynamics enable abuse. The book moves beyond diagnosis to action, presenting concrete intervention methods that educators, parents, and organizations can implement. Phillips evaluates which strategies actually work and which fall short, offering readers practical tools rather than abstract theories. This comprehensive guide serves anyone seeking to understand and address bullying behavior.
Genres: psychology, education, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: informative, practical, thought-provoking
Tropes: problem-solving, research
270 pages · Paperback · Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Content warnings: abuse, anxiety, depression, mental-illness