How Do You Recognize Signs Of Relational Aggression In Girls?
Girls bully differently than boys. While you may recognize the signs of physical aggression and fighting, do you know the signs of relational aggression? Learn how to spot the signs and determine if your daughter is a target, bully, or bystander. Know the signs. The definition of relational aggression is intentionally manipulating relationships to harm others. The most common form of this is exclusion, either by refusing to talk, giving a cold shoulder, or keeping someone “out of the loop” by not allowing her to sit at the lunch table or not inviting her to a party or to play at recess. Girls also exclude by giving mean stares and faces, gossiping, and spreading rumors in person and online. Accept reality. If you have a daughter or work with girls, accept that this is probably going to occur, at least until the girls learn the skills of face-to-face conflict resolution. Good friends can become instant enemies the next day. Even if your daughter never mentions trouble with friends does
