I've discovered my child is being bullied at school, but they've explicitly begged me not to intervene, fearing it will make things worse. Do I respect their wishes or step in to protect them?

Gert Asmus

Gert Asmus

Respect, monitor situation8 votes (31%)

Intervene immediately, discreetly5 votes (19%)

Help child build skills8 votes (31%)

Confront school staff5 votes (19%)

26 votes total • Created 1/5/2026

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I've discovered my child is being bullied at school, but they've explicitly begged me not to intervene, fearing it will make things worse. Do I respect their wishes or step in to protect them? | asQkme