Bullying in the Digital Era:

One of the most pernicious challenges associated with social media is the presence of cyber bullying. Recent estimates suggest over a third of American teens have experienced cyber bullying, which has been associated with elevated rates of social anxiety, depression, and suicide. Since most of the bullying occurs out of sight, it can be difficult to identify if a child is being bullied.

Through this introductory to immediate-level interactive webinar lecture, participants will learn to assess cyber bullying in youth as well as practical resources and skills to address cyber bullying with their clients and their parents effectively. Cyber bullying and electronic media create unique circumstances when considering the frequency, impact, and duration of bullying compared to more traditional means, however the methods for assessment and intervention have many parallels to existing treatment. You’ll learn the latest research findings relating to cyber bullying, and how to differentiate cyber bullying from other types of online behavior as well as forms of in-person bullying.

CLINICAL OBJECTIVES: By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Compare the key similarities and differences between cyber and in-person forms of bullying in terms of negative behaviors, repeated over time, with a power imbalance.
• Describe key findings from research on cyber victimization, including incidence and associated mental health sequelae.
• Contrast approaches used for traditional bullying assessment and intervention with methods for assessing and treating cyber bullying.
• Develop a plan for how to incorporate cyber bullying assessment and intervention into relevant clinical cases.

COST: $35 (1.5 CE for psychologists, certificate of attendance provided for all other disciplines)

CE INFORMATION: 1.5 CE for Psychologists 

Completion of the post-test is required to obtain CE credit. Please confirm your state accepts CE from APA approved CE sponsors. Please contact us at trainings@rosscenter.com if you are interested in receiving CME for this training.

This training has been submitted for approval by the DC Board of Social Work. Please contact us at trainings@rosscenter.com to get updates on whether the course has been approved.

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PRESENTED BY: Ryan Landoll, PhD

In this video, Dr. Landoll provides a brief overview of what to expect in this training.

Dr. Landoll is a dual-board certified Clinical and Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist, who specializes in treating anxiety and depression in adolescents and pre-teens. Dr. Landoll pioneered early research on cyber victimization and bullying, developing a measure for assessing cyber bullying in youth that has been used internationally in this research area. Dr. Landoll utilizes an evidenced-based, systems, developmentally informed approach to his work with both children and their parents. In addition, as an Air Force reserve officer, with ten years of active duty service, Dr. Landoll is passionate about the needs of military and veteran service members and their family members.

For more information, please contact us at trainings@rosscenter.com.

Testimonials:

“Presenter has excellent academic credentials, knowledge base and an engaging presentation style. The presenter was also humble, while having expertise, which is the optimal balance.”

“The research findings were well presented and very helpful.”

“I will now always more directly inquire about social media use, impact and bullying with all of my adolescent patients.”

“I greatly appreciate The Ross Center webinars and look forward to attending more.”

The Ross Center is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Ross Center maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

The Ross Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0105.