Bullying Websites and Online Resources:
Bullying Websites and Online Resources
PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center
Provides resources and support for parents, educators, and youth, including specific resources for children with disabilities.
StopBullying.gov
Offers information on bullying prevention and intervention, including resources for individuals with disabilities and special needs.
Autism Speaks - Bullying
Provides guidance on recognizing and addressing bullying for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Understood - Bullying and LD
Focuses on bullying and its impact on children with learning and attention issues, offering strategies and resources for prevention and support.
Helplines and Support Organizations
1. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Provides confidential support for individuals in distress, including those experiencing bullying-related issues.
StopBullying.gov
Offers information on bullying prevention and intervention, including resources for individuals with disabilities and special needs.
Autism Speaks - Bullying
Provides guidance on recognizing and addressing bullying for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Understood - Bullying and LD
Focuses on bullying and its impact on children with learning and attention issues, offering strategies and resources for prevention and support.
Educational Resources and Toolkits
Bully-Free Zone Toolkit
Provides resources and tools for schools and educators to create a safe and inclusive environment, including strategies for addressing bullying of neurodivergent students.
Teaching Tolerance - Bullying and Bias
Offers resources and classroom activities to promote tolerance and address bullying and bias, including materials for neurodiverse students.
Legal and Advocacy Resources
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA)
Provides information and support for parents and advocates working to protect the rights of students with disabilities, including legal resources related to bullying.
ADA National Network
Offers information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how it applies to bullying prevention and intervention in educational settings.
Social Media and Online Communities:
Facebook Groups and Pages
Many support groups and pages exist on Facebook dedicated to discussing bullying and providing support for neurodivergent individuals. Search for relevant groups based on specific needs.
Reddit Communities
Subreddits such as r/autism and r/aspergers often have discussions and support threads related to bullying and strategies for coping.
Books and Articles
"Bullying and Autism: A Guide for Parents and Professionals" by Nick Dubin
Offers insights and strategies for addressing bullying specifically in the context of autism spectrum disorder.
