(NAPSI)– For many students, learning and school excitement can be stifled by caution and worry about bullying–but it can be alleviated.
The Problem
Children who are bullied or who bully others may have lasting difficulties. Bullies are more likely to drop out of school, engage in criminal behavior and have difficulty keeping steady jobs. Victims of bullying suffer from anxiety, low self-esteem and depression. Bystanders may feel powerless, fearful or guilty.
The U.S. Department of Education defines bullying as unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived imbalance of power.
Direct bullying can include physical assault, damage of property, verbally teasing or making racial or sexual comments and making threatening gestures or messages.
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