Bullying is something that can happen to anyone-kids, teens, or adults. Parents of children affected by ectodermal dysplasias often worry that their kids might be bullied because they look different. But not every child with ectodermal dysplasia will be bullied, and sometimes kids get picked on for other reasons, too. Bullying does not only occur…
What Your Child Can Tell Peers About Ectodermal Dysplasia
What do you say if you are a kid who has a rare disorder with a really hard name to pronounce? Who do you tell? When do you tell them? Those are all good questions that your child affected by ectodermal dysplasia might ask. We believe that when people understand the person is affected by a…
Tips to Help You Cope with Ectodermal Dysplasia
The diagnosis of ectodermal dysplasia can be overwhelming. Families will experience a wide range of emotions. This article provides practical tips and suggestions to help you cope with the new reality.
How to Respond to Bullying
Every day, hundreds of thousands of adolescents are victims of bullying. Bullying is a concern for many, not just the victims. But because parents, teachers and other adults can not always witness it, often they do not understand how extreme bullying can get. This article addresses: the seriousness of bullying who bullies how to stop…
DEBUG The Bullies
This article addresses the 5 steps of DEBUG and offers tips to help your child handle bullying. It also offers additional resources on bullying.