With more attention on the issue nationally, people are stepping up to prevent bullying in schools, workplaces and beyond. Today and tomorrow, SheSays looks at the effects of bullying, what causes ...
Learn what is bullying and what are the different types of bullying.
This section pulls together fundamental information about bullying, including: Definition Research on Bullying Bullying Statistics Bullying and Suicide Anti-Bullying Laws Definition of Bullying In 2014, the Centers for Disease Control and Department of Education released the first federal definition of bullying. The definition includes three core elements: unwanted aggressive behavior observed ...
Long-Term Effects of Bullying When bullying happens, everyone who is involved or witnesses it can have lasting impacts on their mental health and well-being. Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes, including increased risks of depression and anxiety, substance use, and suicide.
StopBullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on bullying, cyberbullying, prevention and response.
Help Kids Understand Bullying Kids who know what bullying is can better identify it. They can talk about bullying if it happens to them or others. Kids need to know ways to safely stand up to bullying and how to get help. Encourage kids to speak to a trusted adult if they are bullied or see others being bullied.
Find out what laws and policies cover bullying and cyberbullying in North Carolina. Visit StopBullying.gov for more information.
Warning Signs for Bullying There are many warning signs that may indicate that someone is affected by bullying—either being bullied or bullying others. Recognizing the warning signs is an important first step in taking action against bullying. Not all children who are bullied or are bullying others ask for help.