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Definition
Bullying is an act of repeated aggressive behavior in order to intentionally hurt another
person, physically or mentally. Bullying is characterized by an individual behaving in a
certain way to gain power over another person. Behaviors may include name calling,
verbal or written abuse, exclusion from activities, exclusion from social situations,
physical abuse, or coercion. Bullies may behave this way to be perceived as popular or
tough or to get attention. They may bully out of jealousy or be acting out because they
themselves are bullied.
Effects
The effects of bullying can be serious and even fatal. Victims of bullying can suffer from
long term emotional and behavioral problems. Bullying can cause loneliness, depression,
anxiety, lead to low self-esteem and increased susceptibility to illness.
Characteristics of bullies
Research indicates that adults who bully have personalities that are authoritarian,
combined with a strong need to control or dominate. It has also been suggested that a
prejudicial view of subordinates can be particular a risk factor. Further studies have
shown that while envy and resentment may be motives for bullying, there is little
evidence to suggest that bullies suffer from any deficit in self esteem (as this would make
it difficult to bully). However, bullying can also be used as a tool to conceal shame or
anxiety or to boost self esteem: by demeaning others, the abuser him/herself feels
empowered.
Types of bullying
⇒ School bullying
⇒ Workplace bullying
⇒ Cyberbullying
⇒ Political bullying
⇒ Military bullying
⇒ Hazing
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Afaf Setia A. [ 01 ]
Amani Nurul K. [ 04 ]
Nadhilah R. [ 26 ]
Shelfia P. [ 37 }
Syiasha E. Putri [ 38 ]