Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among kids and teens that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. That means the person who bullies seems more powerful because of strength or …

Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school-aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both …

Apr 24, 2001 · Bullying is widespread in American schools, with more than 16 percent of U.S. school children saying they had been bullied by other students during the current term, according to a …

Sep 21, 2010 · Unlike traditional forms of bullying, youth who are the targets of cyber bullying at school are at greater risk for depression than are the youth who bully them, according to a survey conducted …

Mar 1, 2016 · School is a place for learning and socializing with peers. But for the 28% of students who report being bullied, school can be a scary place.

Jun 10, 2014 · A new study found that bullying among students in grades six through ten declined significantly between 1998 and 2010. Fighting among students also declined, although less …

Dec 30, 2022 · Bystanders’ reactions to bullying can play an important role in stopping or encouraging bullying. Findings from an NICHD-funded analysis of data from more than 64,000 middle and high …

May 31, 2012 · The NICHD supports research on bullying and children's mental health and participates in other government-wide activities aimed at stopping bullying and improving outcomes for those who …

It includes definitions of bullying and cyberbullying, ways bystanders can help those affected by bullying, steps to encourage others not to bully, and how youth can set a good example for others.

Unlike traditional bullying, online bullying can be more anonymous. Worse, it can occur nearly constantly, thanks to the many social media platforms and mobile devices available to children and …