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Heather Johnson advises parents to teach kids resilience against bullying.

She emphasizes breaking predictable patterns and building strong friendships for protection.

Johnson suggests practicing confident behaviors and involving family in teaching these skills.

SALT LAKE CITY — Bullying is a constant issue for children and teens, with recent reports showing that 80% of kids will be bullied before they turn 18, and 60% won't tell anyone.

KSL parenting contributor Heather Johnson said that while parents mean well, they often offer advice that misses the mark. She shared strategies to help parents bully-proof their kids.

Why 'just walk away' isn't enough

Often, parents' go-to advice is to tell children to ignore bullying or rise above it

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