I am a bully survivor! I may have some issues that I’m working on, but I believe that I’m a much better person now than I was in the past. I try not to let other’s shortcoming’s bother me. I’m concentrating on my own personal growth and nothing else.

Apa Itu Bullying

“Apa itu bullying?” is an Indonesian phrase that translates to “What is bullying?” in English. It is a common question that people may use to ask for information or definitions about bullying, which is a form of aggressive behavior that involves the repeated use of power to intentionally harm, intimidate, or control others. The behaviors associated with bullying can be physical, verbal, social, or online, and may include physical violence, threats, teasing, rumor-spreading, name-calling, or cyberbullying. Bullying can have serious physical, emotional, and psychological effects on both the victim and the perpetrator.

Facts About Bullying

Here are some interesting facts about bullying:

• Bullying can happen to anyone – It is estimated that around 1 in 3 students in the United States have experienced bullying at some point.
• Bullying can take many forms – There are many types of bullying, including physical, verbal, social, emotional, and cyberbullying.
• The effects of bullying can be long-lasting – Victims of bullying are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem, and may struggle with these issues well into adulthood.
• Bullying can lead to physical health problems – Children who are bullied may experience headaches, stomachaches, sleep problems, and other physical symptoms.
• Bullying can contribute to academic problems – Students who are bullied are more likely to have problems with attendance, grades, and academic achievement.
• Bullying can be prevented – There are many effective strategies for preventing and addressing bullying, including education and awareness campaigns, teacher training, and strong anti-bullying policies and laws.
• Bullying is a serious problem worldwide – Bullying is a global issue that affects children and adults in every country, culture, and community.

Bullying Emotional

Bullying emotional is a type of bullying behavior that is focused on emotionally hurting or manipulating a victim. It involves using words, gestures, or actions to inflict emotional pain and suffering on another person. While bullying emotional doesn’t involve physical harm, it can still have devastating effects on a person’s self-esteem, mental health, and overall well-being.

Bullying emotional can include behaviors such as:

• Teasing or making fun of someone

• Spreading rumors or gossip

• Ignoring or excluding someone

• Ignoring or excluding someone

• Insulting, belittling, or demeaning someone

• Intimidating or threatening behavior

• Criticizing or judging someone unfairly

• Manipulating or controlling someone

These behaviors can be repeated over time and can make a victim feel unwanted, unloved, or isolated from their peers. It can cause significant emotional distress and lead to other problems such as depression, anxiety, and social withdrawal.

Causes And Effects Of Bullying

Causes of Bullying:

Insecurity: Bullies often engage in hurtful behavior to feel powerful and to compensate for their own feelings of insecurity or inadequacy.

Lack of Empathy: People who lack empathy are unable to consider the feelings and perspective of others, making them more likely to bully.

Social Status: Some bullies use their behavior as a way to gain popularity or to assert their dominance over others.

Family Environment: Bullying may be learned behavior that is reinforced at home by parents or siblings who engage in aggressive or controlling behavior.

Peer Pressure: Children or teenagers who are under the influence of peers may engage in bullying behavior to fit in or to avoid being targeted themselves.

Mental Health: Some bullies may have underlying mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, or personality disorders, that contribute to their behavior.

Effects of Bullying:

Physical Health Problems: Children who are bullied often experience headaches, stomachaches, fatigue, and other physical symptoms as a result of their stress and anxiety.

Academic Issues: Students who are bullied may struggle with academic performance, attendance, and achievement, leading to long-term consequences such as grade retention and failure to graduate.

Substance Abuse: Some people who are bullied may turn to drugs or alcohol as a way of coping with their distress.

Relationship Issues: Being bullied can lead to difficulties in developing and maintaining healthy relationships with others.

Emotional and Psychological Problems: Bullying can lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and other problems that affect a person’s sense of well-being.

Mental Health Concerns: The effects of bullying can also lead to long-term mental health concerns, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicidal ideation.

Other Words For Bullying

There are other words or phrases that can be used to describe bullying. Some of these include:

Harassment – Repeated mistreatment or offensive behavior towards an individual or group.

Victimization – The act of being singled out and subjected to negative behaviors or harassment.

Intimidation – The use of fear or threats to control or manipulate someone.

Coercion – The act of forcing or pressuring someone to do something through threats or intimidation.

Verbal abuse – The use of derogatory language or hurtful words to degrade or humiliate someone.

Social aggression – Actions intended to harm someone’s reputation or social standing, such as spreading rumors or excluding them from a group.

Cyberbullying – The use of electronic or digital communication to harass or intimidate someone.

It is important to recognize and address bullying in all its forms to promote a safe and supportive environment for all individuals.

Bullies In School

I don’t know which is worse, child bullies or adult bullies. I dealt most with bullies in the childhood stage of life, therefore, I was picked on mostly in school (seems kind of fittingly because that’s when it started with the teacher). In fact, I would say that my fellow classmates all learned from her. They didn’t go to the extent that she did, but it hurt me just about as much emotionally. I doubt the individual even knows how detrimental it is and how it impacts the person being bullied, for the rest of their life.

There was one particular girl that bullied me a lot. In general, if I knew the things that I know now (after so much therapy), would I have not let her affect me the way she did and the reason why. Was she herself, being bullied by someone, so it turn she chose me to make her feel more powerful. I’ll never know , but I hope karma bit her in the ass when she got older.

Conclusion

I’m sure most everybody has experienced either cyberbullying, physically or emotionally bullying and if you haven’t, you’re very lucky. The experts say that the person doing the bullying, might have been bullied themselves, so, they in turn, bully someone to make them feel more superior. I believe that to be true. Bullying has got to stop, especially if you are a child. In fact, it starts with the adults to be a good example for their kids. There are no repercussions for bullying, therefore, I think it should be a crime. Maybe the bully will learn that you can’t f**k around with someone’s life. You’re setting us up for failure. Also, it is up to the person who is being bullied, to not accept it. Don’t let it go on and on. Just ignore them, then they don’t have any power over you.

Articles

-Prevent Bullying And Harassment

https://about.meta.com/actions/safety/topics/bullying-harassment/

-11 Facts About Bullying

https://www.dosomething.org/us/facts/11-facts-about-bullying

-National Bullying Prevention Center

https://www.pacer.org/bullying/info/info-facts.asp

Have A Good One,

Cindee, One Voice – Unstoppable

“You’re not alone!”