What is Bullying?
What is bullying?
what is - unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance.
Name one type of bullying.
what is - Physical, verbal, social, or cyberbullying.
What does it mean to be a bystander?
what is - Someone who witnesses bullying but may not be involved directly.
What is cyberbullying?
what is - Bullying that takes place online, such as through social media, texts, or emails
True or False: Schools have rules against bullying.
True
Name one difference between bullying and a conflict.
What is - repeated over time and involves an imbalance of power, while a conflict is usually between equals.
-constant bullying
-usually a one time occurrence conflict
What is physical bullying?
what is - Hurting someone’s body or possessions, such as hitting, kicking, or breaking their belongings.
What should you do if you see bullying happening?
what is - Safely intervene, support the target, or tell a trusted adult.
What should you do if you see a mean comment online?
what is - Report it, don’t share it, and support the person targeted
What is a "no-tolerance policy"?
what is - A rule that bullying behavior will not be accepted under any circumstances.
True or False: Bullying always involves physical harm.
False. Bullying can also be verbal, social, or online.
What is social bullying?
what is - Hurting someone’s reputation or relationships, such as spreading rumors or excluding them from a group.
True or False: Ignoring bullying makes it stop.
False. Ignoring it often allows it to continue.
True or False: Once something is posted online, it can always be deleted.
False. Posts and comments can often be saved or screenshotted.
Name one way students can promote kindness in school.
what is - Complimenting others, including others in activities, or standing up for peers.
Name one effect bullying can have on a person.
what is - Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor academic performance, or physical health problems.
True or False: Cyberbullying can happen anytime and anywhere.
Answer: True.
What is one way to support someone who has been bullied?
what is - Be a friend, listen to them, or help them report the bullying.
What is one way to protect yourself from cyberbullying?
what is - Keep your accounts private, block bullies, or don’t share personal information online.
What is the most important thing to do if you’re being bullied?
what is - Tell someone you trust and don’t keep it a secret.
What is the difference between bullying and teasing?
what is - Teasing is usually playful and mutual, while bullying is intended to hurt or harm someone.
intent to hurt someone
usually playful
Give an example of verbal bullying.
what is - Insulting, teasing, name-calling, or threatening someone.
Name one thing you can say to someone who is being bullied.
what is - "You’re not alone," "I’m here for you," or "Let’s talk to someone who can help."
Name a trusted adult you could talk to if you’re being cyberbullied.
what is - A parent, teacher, counselor, or another trusted adult.
What is one long-term effect of creating a positive school environment?
what is - Less bullying, more kindness, and a stronger sense of community.