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Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. People who are bullied and who bully others may experience negative lasting effects. These effects can include mental health, substance use, and suicide. It is important talk to victims to determine whether bullying- or something else- is a concern.
Cyberbullying is a form of bullying that occurs using technology. These electronics can include cellphones, computers, and tablets, as well as methods of communications such as social media sites. Cyberbullying is more common among children and young adults due to a surplus of electronic devices. It is important to support all those who are cyberbullied or cyberbullying to minimize effects.
Physical bullying occurs most often at school, although it can happen anywhere. When students are in middle school, it is the age when harassing is most common. Unfortunately, almost all middle school students are affected directly or indirectly by bullying. The want to fit in with peers drives many bullies and hurts many victims at the middle school age.When bullying comes to mind, people typically think of physical bullying. However, bullying goes beyond physical bullying and can encompass the verbal. It may sound strange, but verbal bullying can be just as harmful as physical bullying. To be clear, teasing and name-calling are both examples of verbal bullying. Using language to hurt can affect one's self image and confidence.
Covert bullying is often one of the harder types of bullying to recognize, and can be carried out behind a victim's back. It is designed to harm a person's social reputation and/or cause humiliation.
In conclusion, bullying, whether verbal, physical, covert, or cyber, can be harmful. But, with kindness and acceptance of and to others, this abuse can be stopped.
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