If you or someone you know is being bullied, there are things you can do to keep yourself and others safe from bullying.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychology provides concise up-to-date information on issues that affect children, teenagers, and their families.
The National Children's Alliance provides quality resources for parents or individuals who encounter Cyberbullying.
We have a list of excellent techniques you can use to help address bullying. These can be taught to those being bullied, or you can learn to use them for your own situations.
At times, you might meet someone struggling with anxiety or stress related to bullying. This resource offers effective coping strategies to help them regain balance.
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Adults like parents, teachers, or coaches can often handle bullying without the bully finding out how. It’s crucial to report bullying if it risks physical harm. Threats, stalking, and attacks are serious, and leaving them unreported can allow the bully to escalate their behavior.
Bullies want a reaction. By not giving one, you show them their actions don’t affect you.
Holding your head high sends a message that you won’t be an easy target.
Fighting increases your chance of injury and trouble. Find other ways to release anger, like exercise or writing it out—but be sure to destroy any angry notes or messages afterward.
Practice how to respond verbally or with your behavior. Even if you have to pretend at first, acting confident can make a big difference.
Sharing your experience with a counselor, teacher, or friend can provide needed support and relief from the stress of bullying.
Tell your friends if you’re being targeted with rumors so they can support and protect you. Avoid being alone, especially when bullying happens often. True friends will support you and never bring you down.
Supporting friends or others who face bullying can make them feel less isolated and may discourage the bully. It can also build your confidence!
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