Colloquium Series Archive

  • Myles Faith | Weight Teasing and Bullying in Children: Assessment, Prevalence and Comorbidities
    4/4/17
    This presentation addresses the emerging science of weight teasing and bullying (WTB) towards obese youth. WTB appears to be very common among obese children when looking to community- and clinic-based studies examining prevalence.
  • Panel | Dignity Act Coordinator: Best Practices, Challenges and Recommendations
    2/7/17
    Following a brief introductory overview of the Dignity for All Students Act, panelists from area school districts will discuss their experiences and recommendations regarding this role of the Dignity Act Coordinator. Topics will include working with parents, responding to allegations and conducting investigations, successful interventions for harassment and bullying, and responding to cyberbullying. The respective roles of administrators and mental health professionals will be addressed, and advice for new Dignity Act Coordinators will be provided.