Understanding Bullying Behavior

Which action is considered a form of physical bullying?

What is an example of verbal bullying?

How might a bullied student’s academic performance be affected?

Which of the following is a common sign that someone is a bullying victim?

What is one way to support a victim of bullying if they are reluctant to talk?

What is the primary reason bullying is usually repeated?

Which type of bullying is more likely to be exhibited by girls?

How does cyberbullying typically manifest?

What common characteristic is shared by both types of bullies mentioned?

Which form of bullying involves the use of technology?

What motivates the popular type of bully?

What is a notable challenge in identifying cyberbullying?

Which type of bullying is described as being discreet and often verbal?

Bullying Definition

Bullying is unwanted aggressive behavior, usually recurrent, that makes the target uncomfortable
Common reasons for bullying include weight, gender, and disability
Two typical bully types exist: the popular bully who uses bullying to maintain social status and the less popular bully who may struggle with self-esteem issues
Both types are easily frustrated or aggressive and may have issues at home, problems with authority, and view violence positively

Bullying Categories

Direct Bullying: obvious physical or verbal aggression, more common in boys
Indirect Bullying: more discreet and primarily verbal, often involves rumors, more common in girls
Cyberbullying: bullying through digital devices such as phones, tablets, or computers, often coupled with other forms and difficult to monitor

Bullying Actions

Physical Bullying: hitting, kicking, threats of physical violence
Verbal Bullying: name-calling, derogatory comments, teasing, insults, spreading rumors
Relationship Bullying: a bully taking advantage of a relationship to force the victim to do things they don't want to do

Detecting Bullying

Signs of bullying include unexplained injuries, missing or damaged personal items, changes in eating habits, declining grades, sudden changes in friendships, avoiding social situations, and self-destructive behavior

Helping Victims of Bullying

Start by discussing the bullying; victims may be embarrassed and uncomfortable talking about it
Help the victim block the bully on social networking sites, phone numbers, and email accounts
Help the victim find support groups for bullied students, either in person or online

This quiz explores the definition, categories, and actions of bullying. Participants will learn about different types of bullies and the impacts of direct, indirect, and cyberbullying. Enhance your knowledge to identify and address bullying effectively.