Physical Bullying
Give an example of physical bullying.
Hitting, kicking, choking, tripping, and shoving are a few examples of physical bullying
True or false: Relational bullying can be harder to recognize than physical or verbal.
True! You can't always tell when someone is being repeatedly left out of a game or a group. It is also hard to determine who is spreading rumors or gossip.
What is cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is when an individual or group repeatedly bullies others using technology.
True or False: If you are being bullied you should never say anything to the bully because it will make it worse.
False! If you are being bullied it is important to stand up for yourself by being assertive.
Another student rolled their eyes while you were answering a question in class. Is it bullying?
No! If it happened only once it is a mean moment not bullying.
True or False: The impact of physical bullying goes away as soon as the physical marks or bruises go away.
False! The impacts of physical bullying can be long-term and can cause ongoing trauma to the target of the bullying.
True or False: Relational bullying is less harmful than physical bullying.
False! Relational bullying can be just as harmful as physical bullying. Just because you can't see physical marks doesn't mean the target isn't hurt by relational bullying.
True or False: If someone sends you a mean message online, you should send them a mean message back so they know not to mess with you.
False: If someone sends you a mean message online, don't respond or retaliate. They want to make you upset. By reacting you are giving them what they want. Instead, save the message and share it with a trusted adult.
True or False: If you see someone on the playground you don't know that is getting kicked, it is best to mind your own business and not do or say anything.
False! If you see someone getting kicked, you should always go report to a safe adult.
You and your best friend got into a huge fight and now they aren't speaking to you. Is it bullying?
No! This would be an example of a conflict between friends.
True or False: Physical bullying only negatively impacts your physical wellbeing.
False! Physical bullying can have psychological, academic, and physical effects on the target. While the physical impacts may eventually go away, the psychological and academic effects can remain.
Name two trusted adults you could go to for help if you or someone you know is being bullied.
Examples of trusted adults may include: teacher, counselor, principal, supervisor, parents, or grandparents.
Name one strategy you can use if you or someone you know is being cyberbullied.
Some strategies for handling cyberbullying include: block the person who is cyberbullying you so they can't contact you anymore, report them to the app or website, save the evidence, or get help from a trusted adult.
How should you respond if someone sends you a mean or inappropriate picture or video online?
There are many things you can do including: save the evidence, block them, report them to the site, then tell a trusted adult. It is also important to remember to not retaliate or respond.
Every day at lunch and recess, your classmate is calling you names, telling you that you're no good at sports, and using derogatory words to make fun of your skin color.
Yes! Their actions are repeated and on purpose. This is an example of verbal bullying . It is never okay to use words to hurt others' feelings. Even if it is meant as a joke, it is not ok.
What is the main difference between a bystander and an upstander?
A bystander is someone who sees a bullying situation happening to someone else but doesn't get involved in trying to stop it. They can make the situation worse by giving the bully an audience. An upstander is someone who stands up for the person or people who are being targeted. Be an upstander not a bystander!
Name two possible effects of relational bullying.
Relational bullying may lead to: poor self-image, increased risk for anxiety or depression, feeling rejected or unlikeable, and/or self-harming behavior.
True or False: Cyberbullying can happen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
True! One of the things that makes cyberbullying so devastating is that it can happen 24 hours a day, 7 days a week which can make it difficult for targets to escape it even when they are alone.
True or False: If you see someone being bullied it's okay for you to tackle the bully to the ground and punch them. That's what a good ally should do.
False! A good ally will use their words to defend a target from bullying not their fists. If you act violently toward the bully you will get in trouble too and you will put yourself at risk for injury.
Your favorite basketball team is the Lakers and your friend's favorite team is the Celtics. They give you a hard time when your team loses and you give them a hard time when their team loses. Is this bullying?
No! This is an example of joking around. No one's feelings are getting hurt and the jokes are going both ways.
What are three effects of physical bullying?
Psychological- low self-esteem, depression, anxiety
Physical- bruises, headaches, stomachaches, chronic pain, sleep disorders
Academic- negative impact such as low test scores and low grades
Give an example of relational bullying.
Examples of relational bullying may include: repeatedly leaving someone out of an activity or group on purpose, spreading rumors about another person, telling others not to be friends with someone, and embarrassing others in public.
Name at least one effect of cyberbullying.
Some possible effects of cyberbullying include: illnesses, depression, and lower self-esteem.
What should you do if someone is gossiping and spreading rumors about your friends?
You should ask them to stop and if they don't, report to a trusted adult.
Every day your classmate is telling you that you can't play soccer with the rest of the kids.
Yes! This is relational bullying. Leaving someone out on purpose repeatedly is bullying.