Bullying is usually defined as a repeated behaviour which is intended to hurt someone either emotionally or physically.Â
It is often aimed at people because of their race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, appearance or disability and can take many forms, verbal, physical or online.
Bullying can happen anywhere, including online (Cyber-Bullying) at school or at home.
 This can include:
- Being called names, teased and humiliated.
- Posting, commenting on and sharing nasty videos or photos of you online.
- Being pushed, hit or hurt.
- Having money or other stuff stolen.
- Spreading rumours or starting group chats about you.
- Being ignored and not making you feel wanted.
- Someone revealing personal information about you without your permission.
Support is available, but you can make a massive difference by helping someone who is being bullied.
- Be careful who you confide in, but share your experience appropriately.
- Talk to an adult such as a parent, teacher or school nurse.
- With Online Bullying, check that the bullying has been reported through the site and block the bully.
- Think before you like or comment on a post which is bullying someone.
- Take screen shots of bullying messages but don’t reply to them.
Bullying can have a big impact on how you feel.
Even if it’s stopped it can take time to feel better, so make sure you talk to someone for support.
You can text a school nurse via Chat Health on 07520 615730 Introducing ChatHealth
www.bullying.co.uk is a great website you can also access for advice & support!
