Terms
What’s the term? A person who may be getting continual mistreatment from a bully
A victim
This type of bullying includes hitting, kicking, shoving spitting and etc.
Physical bullying
At what age does bullying tend to peak?
During middle school years
T or F: Bullying can change its form and maybe becomes less noticeable as we age.
True: Our perceptions of bullying change as we grow with age.
T or F: If you are being bullied it is best to handle it alone
False; Dealing with it alone can get very dangerous and it is recommended you ask for help. Child isolation is never a good thing!
What’s the term? A person who witnesses bullying, but does not act or participate
A Bystander
______ bullying includes name-calling, mocking, teasing, insults and etc.
Verbal bullying
Is bullying as prominent during adulthood years as it is during childhood years?
No; As we mature, we often give it less importance, given the emergence of other substantial responsibilities. However, it could be that our perceptions of bullying have changed.
T or F: Most bullies do not stop violent or aggressive behavior as they grow into adulthood
True: According to research, most bullies continue to have an aggressive behavior as they grow into adulthood, which leads to bad decisions and even jail time.
T or F: Teasing someone can be fun and most of the time participants are in on it
False: Many times they will pretend to be in on the joke to help them cope and fit in
What’s the term? People who harass and bully, but do it with sexual comments or actions. It can include things like these: making sexual jokes, comments, gestures, or spreading sexual rumors.
This is called sexual harassment or sexual bullying
The intentional use of digital platforms to harass, intimidate, or harm individuals
Cyberbullying
What are some things that those who have suffered from bullying are most likely to experience?
Victims of bullying are more likely to suffer from generalized anxiety, panic disorders, self esteem issues, and body dysmorphia
T or F: It’s normal for younger kids to go through bullying, it’s just a phase that will pass.
False: we should never ignore children that suffer from bullying just because we think “that’s just how children are.”
T or F: Bullying is an unwanted, repeated, and aggressive behavior
What’s the term? These people openly support bullying by laughing
Supporter/ passive bullies
_____ bullying includes treating people bad because of their racial or ethnic background, neg comments about their religion, name calling and telling jokes about their religion.
Religious bullying
Why is adolescence the age when we are most vulnerable to the effects of bullying?
During adolescence, we are in the process of finding ourselves emotionally and developing physically.
T or F: All bullies suffer from low self esteem, which is why the tend to pick on people.
False: Bullies sometimes have high self esteem but still pick on others to feel better about themselves. Sometimes it’s not about self esteem but having power over another person.
T or F: Parenting styles influence bullying behavior
True: Parenting styles can impact how kids relate to other people.
What is relational aggression/bullying?
Relational bullying, also known as social bullying, usually involves hurting someone's relationships or reputation.
What type of bullying involves rolling eyes, turning away from someone, excluding other from the group gossiping, spreading rumors, damaging reputations and friendships.
Social Bullying/ Relational Bullying
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T or F: Bullies tend to have trouble making friends, which is why they pick on people to make themselves feel better
False: Bullies are usually pretty good at making friends, especially with those that are aggressive like them and partake in similar acts.
T or F: Boys bullying is a lot more harmful than when girls bully because boys are more physical and use violence.
False: Although girls tend to use more indirect ways of bullying, they also tend to use relational aggression, which can be equally as bad or worse.