Bullying Needs to Stop
By: Emily DiRenzo
Bullying is wrong and horriffic
Approximately 160,000 teens skip school everyday to avoid bullying. To make things worse, 1 in 4 teachers seen nothing wrong with bullying and will only stop it 4% of the time. Think about your child or friend being made fun of or laughed at, just to make someone else feel good about themselves.
Forms of Bullying
There are many forms of bullying. Just a few examples include teasing, lying, or laughing.
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Don't be affected by bullies!
Kids who bully like to make other kids feel bad about themselves. If you see someone being bullied, put an end to it.
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Isolation
The person being bullied often feels isolated, depressed and has low self esteem. This can sometimes lead to suicidal thoughts from the bullied person. People don't realize how bad bullying can affect you. What someone says to you now, can stick with you forever.
Stomp Out Bullying Orgainization
Do Something About It!
If you are being bullied, say something! Stand up for yourself and don't let other people knock you down! Adults who were bullied as kids have low self esteem and have difficulties trusting people.