What is bullying

What exactly is bullying?

 As defined in the Code of Virginia § 22.1-276.01, “Bullying” means any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. "Bullying" includes cyber bullying. "Bullying" does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict. 

Bullying implies an imbalance in power & strength.

It is important to recognize that not all 'mean' behavior is bullying behavior. 

 Is it bullying behavior?