Bullying

1. Aggressive behavior that involves unwanted, negative actions

2. Involves a patter of behavior repeated over time

3. Involves an imbalance of power or strength

What is Bullying?

A person is bullied when he or she is exposed repeatedly to negative actions on the part of one or more other persons, and he or she has difficulty defending himself/herself.

About 30% of U.S. teens have been involved in bullying

Physical bullying is more common among boys

Verbal and emotional bullying is more common among girls

Why Students Bully1. Strong needs for

power and negative dominance

2. Satisfaction in hurting others

3. Rewarded in some way for their behavior either materially or psychologically

Bullies are more likely to. . . -Get into frequent fights-Steal and vandalize-Drink alcohol and smoke-Report poor grades-Perceive a negative school climate-Carry a weapon

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Types of Direct Bullying1. Verbal bullying

including name calling and derogatory comments

2. Physical bullying such as hitting, kicking, and shoving

3. Money and things taken or damaged

4. Threatening or forcing someone to do something

Types of Indirect Bullying

1. Bullying through social exclusion or isolation

2. Bullying through lies and false rumors

3. Cyber bullying

Cyber BullyingElectronic bullying through instant messaging, text messages, and online social networks

Impact of Bullying1. Depression2. Low self-

esteem3. Health

problems4. Suicidal

thoughts5. Poor Grades

The Bullying Circle

Schools with Bullying Issues1. School environment

filled with fear and disrespect

2. Students have difficulty learning

3. Students feel insecure4. Students dislike school5. Students perceive

teachers and staff have little control and don’t care about them

Consequences of BullyingSuspension or expulsion from schoolBullying and anger management education classesCommunity serviceLegal penalties for injuries caused

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Observers of BullyingStudents who see bullying may feel:

-Fearful-Powerless to act-Guilty for not acting-Tempted to participate

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Power of BystandersMost experts believe that bystanders can be the most powerful group in reducing bullying

Students who witness bullying need to do something

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Eliminate Bullying

Do not participate in bullyingStand up for yourself or victims being bulliedTell an adult who can help