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Bullying: Hurts, Hinders, and Haunts
Sarah AndersonMichelle SoldwishElizabeth Imboden
Mulaw BeletuLacy Shreve
What Is Bullying?
Bullying is a widespread and serious problem that can
happen anywhere, it’s not a phase that children go through
or grow out of; it can cause serious and lasting harm.
Bullying
Bullying is a form of aggressive behavior that is intentional, hurtful, (physical and psychological), and/or threatening and persistent (repeated). There is an imbalance of strength (power and dominance).
Being bullied can seriously affect a child’s
physical and mental health. They lack
confidence, feel bad about themselves, have
few friends and spend playtime alone. They
may find it hard to face going to school and
difficult to concrete on their work.
Why Does bullying Happen?
There is no single reason why some children become bullies or victims. Children
who are aggressive are more likely to become
bullies. Often they have they have seen, or been a
victim of violence at home.
They pick on children who appear different in some way Those who are quiet, shy, alone at playtime, and unable to defend themselves
Children who are bullied may complain of various psychical
symptoms as a result of being upset.
They may worry and try to avoid going to school.
Other become very anxious, find it hard to sleep and may
feel depressed, or even suicidal. These problems can
carry on long after the bullying has stopped.
Bullying can be physical or physiological
Physical*Hitting*Kicking *Pinching
*Restraining
Psychological Name Calling, Insulting, Put Downs, Threats Racist Remarks,
Constant Teasing, Talking behind ones back, constantly trying to cause unhappiness, etc.
Teenagers Revenge
87% said shooting
Is motivated by revenge
61% said becauseThey are victims
86% said others kidsPicking on
them
Physical Bullying
Psychological Bullying
According to the American
Medical Association, 3.7 million youths
engage in bullying, and more than 3.2
million are victims of
“moderate” or “serious”
bullying each year
Recent Statistics indicate that, 1 out 4 are bullied 77% of students are bullied mentally, verbally, and physically1 out 5 admit to being a bully8% of students miss one day of school43% fear harassment in the bathroom at school
Steps to prevent bullying:
*Address the problem all angle *Develop a school-wide bullying policy *Encourage Parent involvement in anti-bullying
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