Talk to your children/grandchildren about bullying. If you are personally dealing with a bully or trying to help a child who is a victim, consider the following points. Other times, the bully recruits friends to join him or her in bullying by starting group fights or sending messages through social media. In each instance, the goal of the perpetrator is to hurt a person in order to gain power over them. It can also include isolation.Įlectronic – this is sometimes called cyber bullying and is often sent through text messages or social media. Social – this bullying includes spreading gossip and rumors. Physical – this is exhibited by hitting, kicking, or causing bodily injury. Verbal – this includes name-calling, racial slurs, and insults. Many experts categorize bullying into 4 basic types. It can include verbal harassment, physical assault or coercion and may be directed repeatedly towards particular victims, perhaps on grounds of race, religion, gender, sexuality, or ability.” 1 Bullying is defined as “a form of aggressive behavior manifested by the use of force or coercion to affect others, particularly when the behavior is habitual and involves an imbalance of power. When dealing with bullying in your school, office, or social circles, it is important to understand the magnitude of it. Dealing with Bullying – Understand Bullying
