Bullies

School can be harrowing enough when all it entails is reading boring literature and taking tedious exams; worse yet is the possibility that you might become the target of schoolyard bullies. These oafs come in all shapes and sizes--although their shapes are often menacing and their size is usually quite large. You can defend yourself... more »

Parents, teachers and administrators have long held and promoted the position that school bullying is mean, hurtful and detrimental to learning. Studies from UCLA show that bullying is "pervasive, disruptive and serious," and that kids who are subjected to bullying are more likely to develop depression and social anxiety, but these... more »

Bullying is a significant issue in United States schools. In fact, according to a recent report by the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center, nearly 6 million American children are involved in some way with bullying--whether as the bully or the victim. A survey of kids grades 6 to 10 indicates that 13 percent say they... more »

According to KidsHealth.org, three out of every four kids have been the victims of bullying or teasing. This can make school or even playtime difficult and can lead to more serious social, emotional and mental problems. There are many reasons why bullies act the way they do, preying on those they see as weak. If you or your child is... more »

There are those who made our high school years far more difficult than it needed to be. It is common for those who were the outcast in high school to become extremely successful in the real world. Often, a daydream of a misfit is to return one day on the wings of success. Some dream of a time when they can scoff in the face of those... more »