Bullying is aggressive behavior that is repeated that is intentionally harmful and occurs with no provocation. This includes teasing, calling names, hitting, kicking, stealing, threatening as well as spreading rumors and influencing other to do these things. This includes cyber-bullying where technology and cyberspace are used for the above behaviors and acts. (As defined by Volusia County Schools)
Normal Conflict
*Equal power of friends
*Happens occasionally
*Accidental
*Not serious
*Equal emotional reaction
*Not seeking power or attention
*Not trying to get something
*Remorse - takes responsibility
*Effort to solve the problem
Bullying
*Imbalance of power or not friends
*Repeated negotive actions
*Purposeful
*Serious with threat or physical or emotional harm
*Strong emotional reaction from the victim; little or no reaction
from the bully
*Seeking power, control
*Attempt to gain power/material things
*No remorse - blames the victim
*No effort to solve the problem
Where Can I Report Bullying?
* Speak with your School Counselor. They have official bullying reports for you to complete if necessary. (See attachment below)
* Report it to an Administrator. They can investigate the situation.
Resources...
https://www.vcsedu.org/mental-wellness/bully-prevention
https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/what-you-can-do#parents