Bullying

What is Bullying? Bullying has three key components unwanted, aggressive behavior; a real or perceived power imbalance, and repetition; the potential to be repeated over time (stopbullying.gov). The combination of these three factors creates a situation that moves beyond conflict to become persistent persecution.

Bullying and Bias The targets of bullies are often from a group marginalized because of a certain characteristic (such as race, immigration status, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, gender expression/identity or size) about which others hold prejudiced assumptions. 

What is the most effective tool against bullying? Prevention

What students are most likely to get bullied? Are perceived as different from their peers, such as being overweight or underweight, wearing glasses or different clothing, being new to a school, or being unable to afford what kids consider “cool” Are perceived as weak or unable to defend themselves Are depressed, anxious, or have low self-esteem Are less popular than others and have few friends Do not get along well with others, seen as annoying or provoking, or antagonize others for attention

What can you do to stop it? Speak up If you see something, say something Be nice to everyone and remember it’s ok to be different

Cyber Bullying http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/8b2f9e45-dccb-475e-8b3c-845c96f25d21/bad-behavior-online-bullying-trolling-free-speech/

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