- What Is Bullying | StopBullying. gov
Bullying 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
- Facts About Bullying - StopBullying. gov
Research indicates that persistent bullying can lead to or worsen feelings of isolation, rejection, exclusion, and despair, as well as depression and anxiety, which can contribute to suicidal behavior
- Effects of Bullying - StopBullying. gov
Bullying can affect everyone—those who are bullied, those who bully, and those who witness bullying Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes including impacts on mental health, substance use, and suicide
- StopBullying. gov
StopBullying gov provides information from various government agencies on bullying, cyberbullying, prevention and response
- Warning Signs for Bullying - StopBullying. gov
There are many warning signs that may indicate that someone is affected by bullying—either being bullied or bullying others Recognizing the warning signs is an important first step in taking action against bullying Not all children who are bullied or are bullying others ask for help
- Consequences of Bullying - StopBullying. gov
Given the prevalence of youth exposed to bullying across the nation, it is important to understand the consequences of bullying on children and adolescents, how it relates to other violent behaviors and mental health challenges, in order to effectively address them
- Facts for Kids About Bullying - StopBullying. gov
Bullying is being mean to another kid over and over again Bullying often includes: Teasing; Talking about hurting someone; Spreading rumors; Leaving kids out on purpose; Attacking someone by hitting them or yelling at them; Bullying does not always happen in person Cyberbullying is a type of bullying that happens online or through text
- Resources - StopBullying. gov
Tools for researchers, prevention specialists, and health educators to measure a range of bullying experiences: bully perpetration, bully victimization, bully-victim experiences, and bystander experiences
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