Bullying
What is bullying?
Bullying is aggressive behavior that is intentional and involves an imbalance of power or strength. It is a repeated behavior and can be physical, verbal, or relational.
What is one of the short-term effects of bullying mentioned?
One of the short-term effects of bullying mentioned is trouble with schoolwork, difficulty making friends, and feeling sick.
What is a "safe space"
A "safe space" is an environment where everyone feels secure, respected, and valued. It's a place where individuals are free from harm, harassment, and bullying, and where they can express themselves without fear of judgment or retribution.
What does YCL mean?
Youth Care Leader
What is cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is bullying that happens online and via cell phones, involving sending hurtful ongoing messages to other children 24 hours a day.
How does bullying effect the victim's mental health?
Bullying can make someone feel alone, scared, sad, depressed, and even suicidal.
What can students do to make their schools and community bully-free?
Students can make their schools and community bully-free by standing together, supporting each other, and promoting respect and understanding.
What does MHW mean?
Mental Health Worker
What are the three R's of bullying?
The three R's of bullying are Recognize, Report, and Refuse.
What are the long-term effects of bullying mentioned in the presentation?
The long-term effects of bullying include mental health issues, lower self-esteem, and challenges in finding a job or building a career.
What should I do if I witness bullying?
If you witness bullying, you should speak up and tell someone you trust.
Name one resource mentioned in the presentation for seeking help with bullying.
NAN Hope, MECC staff, Teachers, Friendship Center, Bullying Canada, Kids Help Phone
What is verbal bullying?
Verbal bullying is when someone uses words to hurt, harass, or scare another person. Verbal bullying leaves targets feeling ashamed, humiliated, or even afraid. Verbal bullying can look like any of the following: Threats. Teasing
How does bullying impact communities?
Bullying affects not just the individual but their family, friends, and the whole community, creating tension, reducing trust, and weakening the bonds that tie communities together.
What can students do to make their schools and community bully-free?
Students can make their schools and community bully-free by standing together, supporting each other, and promoting respect and understanding
What is NAN Hope?
NAN HOPE offers 24/7 toll-free rapid access to confidential crisis services, connection to ongoing mental health and addictions support services in home communities and existing regional supports, rapid access to clinical and mental health counselling
What is physical bullying?
Physical bullying is a type of bullying where someone uses their body or an object to hurt or scare someone else. Physical bullying also includes damaging someone's property. Preventing physical bullying helps students feel physically and mentally safe
How does bullying make someone feel?
Bullying can make someone feel alone, scared, sad, depressed, and even suicidal.
Why are safe spaces important?
Safe spaces are important for students because they promote a sense of security and belonging. For those experiencing bullying, safe spaces offer a refuge where they can find support, understanding, and resources to cope with their situations. It helps in reducing stress and anxiety, encouraging positive social interactions, and fostering a supportive community.
What should I do if I am being bullied?
If you are being bullied, you should tell an adult, hold the anger, avoid the bully, use the buddy system, act brave, walk away, ignore the bully, and talk about it.