BullyingBullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both kids who are bullied and who bully others may have serious lasting problems
Bullying often occurs during or after school hours. While most reported bullying happens in the school building, a significant percentage also happens in places like on the playground or the bus. It can also happen travelling to or from school, in the youth’s neighborhood, or on the internet.
Examples of Include:
Punching, shoving and other acts that cause physical harm Spreading rumors (including cyber-bullying) Excluding people from a “group” Relentless TeasingGetting certain people to “gang up” on others
As a result, those involved may experience:
Poor academic performance and school failureMental and psychological health issues (e.g. depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, & behavioral problems)Poor peer relationships
According to the CDC, "Bullying is a form of youth violence. CDC defines it as any unwanted aggressive behavior(s) by another youth or group of youths, who are not siblings or current dating partners, that involves an observed or perceived power imbalance and is repeated multiple times or is highly likely to be repeated. It may inflict harm or distress on the targeted youth including physical, psychological, social, or educational harm."
