Summary

Teaching kids to stand up to bullies through assertive, controlled fight-back training is justified. It is a clear and decisive step to restore self-respect and safety when authorities fail to act.

Recommendation

I firmly recommend teaching children controlled self-defense skills and assertive conflict response, not encouraging violence but empowering them to protect themselves when ignored by the system.

Decision Benefits (5) • Total pluses score: 21

  • It encourages self-confidence and teaches children to protect their boundaries effectively.
    Importance: 5/5
  • It can deter bullies who prey on perceived weakness and establish mutual respect.
    Importance: 4/5
  • It empowers victims who have been ignored by ineffective school authorities.
    Importance: 5/5
  • It can teach responsibility by combining assertiveness with restraint.
    Importance: 3/5
  • It physically and psychologically prepares children to handle real aggression in life.
    Importance: 4/5

Decision Risks (5) • Total score: 20

  • It increases the risk of physical injury for both children involved.
    Importance: 5/5
  • It can normalize violence as an acceptable way to solve conflicts.
    Importance: 4/5
  • It may cause disciplinary punishment even when the child is defending themselves.
    Importance: 3/5
  • It can escalate aggression cycles instead of resolving social tension.
    Importance: 4/5
  • It fails to address the systemic and cultural issues within the school environment.
    Importance: 4/5