Curb Stomping Bullying
by Oran Lopez Reed
Facts About Bullying
- 43% of all kids have been bullied online
- 68% of teens agree that cyberbullying is a serious problem
- 10% of victims will inform a parent or trusted adult
- Victims are 2 to 9 more likely to commit suicide
- 3/4 students admit they've visited a website bashing another student
Solutions
- We could emphasize empathy and sympathy at an early age, when kids learn how to behave
- Teach tactics on how to dispel bullying among your peers