• Never tell your child to ignore the bullying.

• Don't blame your child; don't assume your child did something to provoke the bullying.

• Allow your child to talk about his or her bullying experiences.

• Write down what is shared.

• Empathize with your child. Tell him that bullying is wrong, that it is not his fault, and that you are glad he had the courage to tell you about it.

• If you disagree with how your child handled the bullying situation, don't criticize.

• Do not encourage physical retaliation.

• Check your emotions.

• Contact a teacher, school counselor or principal at your school immediately and share your concerns.

• Work closely with school personnel to help solve the problem.

• Encourage your child to develop interests and hobbies that will build resiliency in difficult situations.

• Teach your child safety strategies, such as how to seek help from an adult.

• Make sure your child has a safe and loving home environment.

The tips were adapted from a publication originally created for "Take a Stand. Lend a Hand. Stop Bullying Now!" -- a campaign of the Health Resources and Services Administration, Maternal and Child Health Bureau and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.