Bullying

| Dr Ilse Ruane

We all have a mental image attached to the word bullying, but, in order to combat the real problem of bullying, we have to move beyond this simple definition. We need to be able to understand the difference between what bullying is and what it is not. As per definition, “bullying is a pattern of behaviour by a person or …

Communicating In Relationships

| Dr Ilse Ruane

The key to a sound and long-lasting relationship is communication. If you are to develop deep, strong relationships, you need to be able to share information about yourself and encourage your partner similarly to express him or herself. Good communication with a natural flow, consists of three essential skills: listening to what the other person is saying; expressing how you …

Bullying: Differences between boys and girls

| Dr Ilse Ruane

Methods of bullying tend to look different between the genders. Generally speaking, bullying is more common among boys. It can be harder to spot among girls, who are more likely to engage in relational aggression rather than physical aggression. Ruthless Boys Boys prefer the direct method of bullying face-to-face. They use their physical power over the victim in an attempt …

Anxiety

| Dr Ilse Ruane

Anxiety is a normal emotion and is experienced by all people at some stage. It is a normal part of growth; change, experiencing new and strange things, finding yourself and the meaning of your life. In contrast, pathological anxiety is an inappropriate reaction in terms of the intensity/duration when measured against the cause. What are the major kinds of anxiety? …