1. Arkansas State University
Bullying
Kristen McCormick
Arkansas State University

2. Bullying: The Definition
verb
use superior strength or influence to intimidate (someone), typically to force him or her to do what one wants.

3. Types of Bullying Physical Bullying Verbal Bullying
Making rude hand gestures towards another person
Tripping
Pushing
Hitting
Kicking
Breaking or stealing someone else's possessions
Verbal Bullying
Making inappropriate comments to another person
Teasing someone because of their appearance
Name-Calling
Making threats to physically harm someone

4. Types of Bullying cont. Cyberbullying
Using any form of technology to hurt or harm others
Sending or posting photos online, that are not yours – typically to embarrass others
Making untrue, or negative, comments about someone else in order to hurt them.
Sending hurtful text messages, direct messages, or s to others

5. Bullying’s Location
Bullying can take place anywhere – Sometimes it is visible bullying, but often times the bullying goes unseen.
Students are often bullied in places adults are distracted and can’t see what is going on.
On the playground
In the bathroom
On the bus
In groups of neighborhood kids
On the internet

6. Bullying’s Impact Safety Bullying can affect everyone Education
Fear of other students
Self Harm and Suicidal thoughts
Increased aggression
Education
Low grades
High dropout rates
High rates of absences
Health
Low-self esteem
Depression risk
Increased anxiety
Bullying can affect everyone
Bullying is linked to many negative outcomes.
Such as impacts on mental health, substance use, and suicidal thoughts
It is so very important to pay attention to children and talk about bullying.

7. Reasons for Being Bullied
There are many different reasons students get bullied, but often times boys and girls get bullied for different things.
Boys
Girls
Being too smart
Not being athletic enough
Being too shy
Have very few or no friends
Being overweight
Being too skinny
Going through puberty earlier or later than others
Being sick
Having a disability

8. How do you know if your child is being bullied?
If your child exhibits any of these behaviors or has any physical marks, seek professional help.
Physical marks such as cuts, scrapes, or bruises that can not be explained
Would rather be alone than at school or with friends
Suddenly doesn’t want to hang out with their regular friends
Appears to be mood for no apparent reason
Often afraid to be alone; often very clingy

9. What can you do as a parent?
Know the warning signs and be aware of your child’s normal behaviors.
Talk with your child regularly about what is going on in their lives.
If you think your child is being bullied, talk to school officials and school/professional councilors.
Don’t take the situation into your own hands, it can make it worse.
Talk to your child about bullying and make sure they know the consequences.

10. What can I do as a Teacher?
Know my students’ personalities.
Watch for behavior changes.
Talk to students about bullying and why it is not acceptable in any place or form!
If a student seems to being bullied, don’t wait until there is physical evidence – ACT IMMEDIATELY.

11. There is always an option…
NEVER turn the other cheek to bullying
If you think a child is being bullied, talk to the student and others around them to investigate the situation.
You never know what a child is experiencing – always be understanding and helpful

12. References https://www.stopbullying.gov/at-risk/effects/index.html