Definitions
Define a bully
A bully is a person who wants to harm and control the person’s life in whatever way they want.
Your best friend has recently started to pick on another student in the class. At first, you thought it was funny, but lately, the teasing has gotten meaner and meaner. You can tell that the student is becoming more and more upset, but the other kids in the class think it is funny.
key words; tell a teacher,support and try telling the class again about what is right.
What are the types of bullying?
Physical bullying, verbal bullying, social bullying, and cyber bullying.
If you are bullied it is best to handle it alone?
False
Define a victim/target
A person harmed, injured and picked on in any way.
You look over at your siblings' phone and you see mean comments being posted about her/him.
Help comfort him/her, ask them how he or she fells,and tell an adult.
What are the signs about a person who is getting bullied?
worried, angry,moody,nightmares, declining schoolwork, physical complaints, and withdrawal from friend & activities.
Bullies have trouble making friends?
True and false(this answer depends on the situation,but most likely they don't)
Define a ally
A person who defends and provides empathy to another person.
A group of your friends are talking negatively about another boy in your class. You think this boy is nice and consider him to be a friend.
Ask them to stop and if they continue then tell a teacher.
What is bullying?
Hurting another person, or group, on purpose, more than once
Bullying can involve using violence, hurtful words or grouping up to make another person feel helpless
It can happen face-to-face or through internet
Sometimes bystanders are afraid to report the bullying?
True but why...
Define a bystander
A person who hears/sees everything but does not take any action.
You see a junior being teased at recess.
Tell a teacher, support and empathy.
Why do people bully?
Insecurity: Put others down to build themselves up
Envy and jealousy of peers
Was bullied before: Victim acting out
Person was a bully before: First impressions are important
They don't realize it: Consider it funny or entertaining
It takes courage to report bullying to an adult?
True
Define empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
One of your friends frequently spreads rumors about you and says inappropriate things about you.
Tell your friend that her behavior is unkind Ask your friend to stop. Stop being friends with that person
How to avoid bullies?
Don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself!! Tell the bully to STOP!!
Avoid getting too emotional… Don’t express your feelings too easily in front of those who don’t care (Don’t let them be satisfied of being powerful)
Ignore the bullies because they only want a reaction to have attention
Frequent bullying can have a long-term affect on the victim/target?
true but how...