Bullying Behaviors
Examples of physical bullying
Hitting, kicking, spitting, pinching, tripping/pushing or taking physical belongings
How is physical size an example of power imbalance?
bullies may be older, larger, and stronger than person targeted.
True or false: Teens who are bullied are more likely to miss school to avoid the bullying.
true
True or False: Pretend it doesn't bother you
False. Tell them to stop. Tell them harassment is unacceptable and against the law. You will report it.
Examples of verbal bullying
teasing, labeling, taunting, making sexual comments, or making threats to physically harm.
Physical effects of bullying may include:
headache, stomachache, poor appetite, problems sleeping
Ongoing conduct that offends another person by criticizing his or her race, color, religion, physical disability, or gender. In some cases this is a crime.
Harassment
True or False: Hide it from your parents or guardians, so they don't have to worry.
False. Tell them and ask for advice on how to handle it.
What is labeling?
a negative definition given to an individual that others use to identify them
How is status a type of power imbalance?
The target of a bully may be a member of minority racial or ethnic group, is a member of the LGBTQ+ community, or is underweight or overweight.
mental and emotional effects of bullying may include:
depression, loneliness, thoughts of suicide, feelings of fear, low self-esteem
The uninvited and unwelcome sexual conduct directed at another person.
Sexual Harrassment
Who else should you tell if harassment continues?
Teacher, school counselor, principal
What is intimidation
the act of frightening, threatening, or pressuring someone to make them feel afraid, submissive, or forced to do something against their
How can abilities be a type of power imbalance?
Bullies may target someone with learning disabilities.
Those who witness bullying are more likely to..
use alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs
Singling out or excluding a person based on gender.
Gender discrimination
Examples of psychological bullying.
Intimidation, spreading rumors, isolating a person, threatening to use force, or embarrassing a person in public.
Bullies are more likely to use....
alcohol and drugs and drop out of school