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Who are the bullies?

Boys and girls both can be bullies. Male bullies tend to be physically larger and stronger than their victims. Many bullies are self-confident with high self-esteem, while others are insecure on the inside. Both types have a need to dominate their targets and have little empathy for others.

What to do if you are being bullied?

» Tell an adult, such as a parent, teacher, or principal. Do not let the bully get away with his/her behavior by remaining quite

» Try to remain with a group of others when walking home from school or to class

» Ignore the bully – walk away with confidence and your head high

» Instead of reacting with anger, tell the bully that his/her behavior is unacceptable – do not let the bully know that he/she has upset you

What to do if someone else is being bullied?

» Refuse to join in with the bullying.

» Draw attention away from the victim

» If the victim is in physical danger, immediately get help from an adult

Bullying

What is bullying?

Bullying is when an individual or group repeatedly picks on someone who is weaker or more vulnerable in terms of physical strength or social standing. It can be direct attacks such as hitting or name calling, or indirect attacks such as spreading rumors or exclusion.

Who does bullying affect?

Children that are bullied suffer from stress which can affect their school performance, concentration, self esteem and/or cause depression. They may also consider suicide.

Children who witness bullying may feel guilty for not helping or reporting the incident.

The bullies themselves often exhibit more violent behavior as an adult than others and many end up in jail or prison. Many do poorly in school and are not successful in careers or relationships as an adult.

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