The bullies : understanding bullies and bullying

Summary: "Based on interviews with individuals, The Bullies attempts to get inside the minds of the bully and victim across a wide range of 'closed' situations including the home, school, workplace, prisons and the armed services. By listening to the voices of bullies and victims from a variety of backgrounds without making judgement, Dennis Lines provides unique insights into what makes such domineering and aggressive behaviour so complex. He discusses controversial issues such as genetic predisposition towards abusive behaviour, and draws on his experience as a counsellor to provide insights on how to understand and treat bullies to change their behaviour." "The Bullies offers a unique perspective on a widespread phenomenon, and will be essential reading for psychologists, counsellors, teachers, social workers, probation officers, sociologists, students and researchers."--BOOK JACKET.