Bullying is a serious issue that can have a profound effect on individuals, occurring in many places from schools to online platforms. Among teenagers, reports show that one in five students experience bullying, highlighting the prevalence of this issue. The question of how to prevent children from becoming bullies and how to address the situation if they do is a crucial one for parents. Recently, a father made headlines after shaving his daughter’s head as a punishment for bullying a peer with cancer, sparking a debate on the appropriateness of his actions.
Dad finds out his child is a bully
A father discovered that his daughter was targeting a fellow student with cancer who wore a wig due to hair loss from treatment. In a Reddit post, he shared the details of the incident and his response to his daughter’s behavior.
So…he shaves his daughter’s hair as punishment
Facing a choice between losing electronics or cutting her hair, the daughter chose the latter, leading to controversy over the father’s decision. Some viewed this punishment as extreme, with concerns raised about potential bullying towards the daughter for her shaved head.
Did he go too far?
Responses on the Reddit thread criticized the father’s actions, labeling them as abusive and going beyond appropriate discipline. The debate continues on whether the father’s approach was justified or excessive, prompting reflection on how to handle similar situations with one’s own children.
Sources
- “AITA for shaving my daughter’s hair for bullying a girl with cancer?” Reddit. December 31, 2019