Bullying By Allergy
A new study suggests that up to 30 percent of kids with food allergies are bullied and teased for their eating restrictions. And teasing didn't just come from other children; up to 20 percent of respondents said they'd been teased by adults in their school environment as well.
More information on "Bullying By Allergy"
From Our Experts
Bullying Children With Food Allergies
Did you see this recent story as reported by the Associated Press: "Teen accused of planting nuts in lunch of... Read more »
How to Deal With Food Allergy Bullies (including Parents)
As mentioned during my previous blog, sending your food allergic child to school can be worrisome and stressful for multiple reasons. Not... Read more »
Workplace allergies
Workplace allergy is realAccording to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology as reported by the New York Times: "Workplace... Read more »
Allergy-Safe Classroom Parties For Kids
Although there is a lot of attention on peanut-free tables and banning peanut butter from school cafeterias, studies show that most food... Read more »
When Your Child is Being Bullied
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry indicates that almost one half of all school-aged child have or will become a... Read more »
From Our Sources
Obese Children More Likely to be Bullied
According to a new study, children who are overweight face a 63 percent higher risk of being the target of a bully than children who are normal... Read more »
Witnesses to Bullying May Suffer More: Study
According to a new study, children and teens who witness bullying inflicted on others experience more mental distress than even the victims... Read more »
ADHD Student Catches Bullying Teacher on Video
A special education teacher from New Jersey is in trouble after a student caught his bullying behavior on video. 15-year-old Julio Artuz--who has... Read more »
Bullying can lead to psychotic symptoms years later
British researchers say preteens who were bullied persistently when they were younger are more likely than others their age to have hallucinations,... Read more »
Study: Kids with ADHD more likely to bully
A new study has found that children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are more likely to bully other children. The study in the February... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
