Bullying is a growing problem that people face every day. Whether it occurs in the classroom, over the Internet or in the workplace, it can have a devastating impact. Learn how to not only respond to bullying in healthy and effective ways, but also learn now to prevent it.
Sherri Gordon is a bullying prevention advocate and the author of nearly 20 books for teens and tweens. Her top book titles include Beyond Bruises and Peanut Butter, Milk and Other Deadly Threats. You can view a list of all of her books by visiting her Amazon profile.
In addition to authoring books for teens and tweens, Sherri also is the former editor of Columbus Parent magazine. She also has contributed articles to various online sites including eHow and SleepCare.com. As a result, she has countless years of experience writing and researching health and social issues including everything from bullying and dating violence to sleep apnea and nutrition.
When she is not busy writing, Sherri helps schools and churches develop programs addressing various types of abuse including bullying prevention programs, domestic violence programs and teen dating violence awareness programs. She also serves on a School Counselor's Advisory Board for a local school district and is a Community Partner for a local STEM school.
Sherri holds a B.A. in Public Relations and Speech Communications with a minor in English from Otterbein University in Westerville, Ohio. Sherri also is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and has participated in a variety of writing conferences and courses.
Verywell Family is an award-winning, modern resource that supports you through all the stages of pregnancy and parenthood. We take a human approach to health and wellness content and reach more than 140 million readers annually.
Our editorial team includes writers, editors, and fact checkers who make sure our information is clear, accurate, and useful so you can make confident choices for your family.
Our writers are notable voices in their respective disciplines, including board-certified physicians, registered nurses, lactation consultants, parenting experts, and health journalists. These individuals are specifically selected for their extensive knowledge and real-world experience, as well as their ability to communicate complex information in a clear, helpful, and unbiased way.
Our team of qualified and experienced fact checkers provide a critical step in our commitment to content integrity. Fact checkers rigorously review articles for accuracy, relevance, and timeliness. We use only the most current and reputable primary references, including peer-reviewed medical journals, government organizations, academic institutions, and advocacy associations.