Bullying is common in all grades, kindergarten through 12th grade although it peaks in middle school.
The Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology have recently published (2010) the results of a study that looks
at the incidence of bullying students with food allergies. Surprisingly, the conclusion showed that 25% of kids
with food allergies, from birth to 25, have been bullied. In middle school, where bullying is more common,
up to 50% of kids with food allergies were bullied. This behavior can be noticeable or very discreet and
cause psychological and physical harm. It is important for the safety and well being of all students that
the school community takes a no tolerance approach to bullying. Allergy Free Table is proud to present an
online course to help educators and school administrators begin positive action to notice, prevent, and
eliminate bullying.
START COURSE (Online Bullying Course for Schools)