On one hand, I believe the research and the anecdotes suggesting that authorities and bystanders can reduce or stop bullying by responding firmly and consistently every time, by naming the behaviour to the bully and disciplining the bully rather than concentrating on equipping the victim.
But on the other hand, I don't approve at all of public humiliation as a punishment, even in milder forms. To me that's an abuse of power that is on the same spectrum as bullying.
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Date: 2007-05-21 09:42 pm (UTC)On one hand, I believe the research and the anecdotes suggesting that authorities and bystanders can reduce or stop bullying by responding firmly and consistently every time, by naming the behaviour to the bully and disciplining the bully rather than concentrating on equipping the victim.
But on the other hand, I don't approve at all of public humiliation as a punishment, even in milder forms. To me that's an abuse of power that is on the same spectrum as bullying.