Bullying is when someone hurts, threatens, or picks on another person again and again. It can happen in schools, online, at work, or any place where people come together. Bullying can be physical, like hitting or pushing a person, verbal (for example calling names), or digital, like sending mean messages online.
Bullying is dangerous because it can make people feel scared, sad, or alone. It can lead to stress, low self-esteem, and even depression. Some people may stop going to school or work, and in some cases, they may even want to kill themselves.
Here are some simple ways to protect yourself from bullies:
- Tell someone: Talk to a parent, teacher, or someone you trust. You don’t have to face bullies alone.
- Stay with friends: Being around people you trust can help you feel safer.
- Stay calm: Don’t get angry. Bullies often want to see you upset.
- Avoid unsafe places: Stay away from places where bullying happens, if you can.
- Use the internet and social media wisely: Block bullies on your accounts and report harmful messages.
- Know your rights: Schools and workplaces have rules against bullying. Ask for help if you need it.
Remember, bullying is never okay. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected. If you see someone being bullied, speak up or get help. Working together with others can stop bullying.
Words
- account = here: personal website
- avoid = stay away from
- depression = to be unhappy and always worried
- deserve = to have the right
- face = deal with
- harmful = dangerous
- mean = not kind, bad, cruel
- physical = about the body
- pick on = always tease someone or call them names
- self-esteem = to be satisfied with yourself and feel that you are liked and respected
- threaten = to say that you will harm someone
- trust = to believe that a person is honest and correct
- upset = worried
- verbal = with words
- wisely = correctly, the way you should