Roles in Bullying
Who is a person who purposely tries to hurt others?
Bully
Health complaints and physical illness are effects of bullying on…?
The body
What is cyberbullying?
Using technology to threaten or harass someone
What can you do if you see bullying occurring?
Support the victim or tell an adult
20% of students ages 12-18 experienced…?
Bullying nationwide
Who is the victim of bullying?
Target
How does bullying affect a person's emotions?
Increased feelings of sadness/loneliness
Cyberbullying can commonly be found…?
On social media
What are some of your personal solutions?
Possible responses: tell them to stop, get away from the situation, fight back
What percent of students reported being bullied on school property?
19%
Who watches/hears about bullying and does nothing to stop it?
Bystander
What effects does bullying have on the brain?
Depression, anxiety, thoughts of self-harm
What are three characteristics of cyberbullying?
Persistent, permanent, hard to notice
If you feel like you have no options left, what can you do?
Call a crisis hotline
How many students skip school per year due to bullying?
5.4 million
Who supports and provides empathy to the target?
Ally
What are three causes of bullying?
Possible responses: Bullied themselves, seeking social attention, feelings of superiority, shame/low self esteem, gender norms, frustration/envy
What can a negative online reputation impact?
College admissions and employment
Talking to a trusted adult can provide?
Relief and support
What percent of male bullies had at least one criminal conviction by age 24?
60%
Who supports the bully's actions?
Henchman
What two factors is the bystander effect attributed to?
Diffusion of responsibility and social influence
What percentage of students report being digitally harassed?
32%
What is the Michigan bullying hotline?
8-555-OK2SAY
46% of students reported…?
Notifying an adult about bullying