Bullying
What is the type of bullying that involves hitting, pushing, or kicking?
Someone who sees bullying happen but doesn’t get involved
Bystander.
Research shows that cyberbullying can happen anywhere online. Which of the following is the least common place for it to occur?
A. Social media
B. Text messages
C. Online gaming platforms
D. Classroom lectures
D. Classroom lectures
When friends or classmates influence your choices
Peer pressure.
What is one healthy way to deal with stress?
Answers vary (exercise, talk to someone, deep breaths, etc.)
What type of bullying includes name-calling, teasing, or rude comments?
Verbal Bullying
Someone who speaks up or helps the person being bullied
Upstander.
True or False: Once something is posted online, it’s easy to delete forever.
False.
True or False: You’re more likely to take risks when friends are watching.
True.
True or False: Standing up for yourself is being mean.
False.
Which of these is a common effect of repeated bullying on a victim’s mental health?
A) Increased self-esteem
B) Anxiety and depression
C) Improved academic performance
D) Stronger social connections
B) Anxiety and depression
Give one way you can be an upstander.
Tell an adult, etc. (answers will vary)
What kind of information should you never share online?
Personal info (address, phone number, school, etc.)
Give one example of negative peer pressure.
Answers may vary (skipping class, being mean, risky behaviors)
What should you do if you see someone being bullied?
Be an upstander/tell a trusted adult
At what age does bullying happen the most — 8–10, 11–14, or 15–17?
11-14. MIDDLE SCHOOL AGE
Why is it important to support someone being bullied?
It helps them feel safe and shows bullying is not okay
Why is cyberbullying sometimes more harmful than in-person bullying?
It can spread quickly and happen anytime, anywhere
What percent of teens say they feel peer pressure on social media — 30%, 50%, or over 80%?
Name one quality of a good friend.
Answers vary (honest, supportive, kind, trustworthy, etc.)
About how many students (ages 12–18) in the U.S. report being bullied at school?
A. 1 in 10
B. 1 in 5
C. 1 in 3
D. 1 in 2
B. 1 in 5
When someone speaks up for a student being bullied, about how quickly does the bullying usually stop — 10 seconds, 1 minute, or 5 minutes?
What is one way to protect yourself from cyberbullying?
Block/report bullies, keep accounts private
What are 2 ways to say “no” to peer pressure?
Use humor, walk away, say NO
Why is kindness powerful against bullying?
It builds a positive community and supports others