Have you ever been bullied or are still being bullied? - Are you the VICTIM? If the answer is YES then read on as this is the article for YOU!
Bullying can be one of the most serious problems you can face. It can ruin your confidence, happiness and even your life. Half the young people of school age in the UK have been affected at some point. Bullying can and must be stopped. If you need advice on how to beat the bullies then read on.
What is bullying?
Bullying normally takes one of these forms:
Physical: Punching, kicking and hair-pulling are examples of this.
Verbal:The victim is teased, sworn at or called names.
Social: A person is deliberately left out of things or ignored.
Some people may be abused in one of these ways whereas other might suffer a combination of two or maybe even three forms at once. Each type can potentially cause just as much harm as the others.
Take Action
1. Start by talking to an adult you trust - like your mum, nan or a teacher and explain to them what's happening. This is the most important step because getting it out in the open makes you feel loads better. You could ask your older brother or sister or ask a mature, sensible friend to come with you for support when you speak to an adult.
2. Now discuss what action you want to take. Do you want your teacher to confront them or to wait and catch them in the act of bullying? In extreme cases you may ask to move class but the decision is yours. No-one will do anything unless you say so. When you feel strong enough, do what you feel most comftable about.
3. Keep reminding yourself that you are not alone. There are lots of people who can help you.
4. Your school is responsible for sorting out bullying problems, but they can't do anything unless they know what's happening.
Whilst your problem is being sorted out take a few of these tips!
When travelling to and from school on the bus, sit close to the driver or another adult.
If you walk to school, vary your route, but stick to streets where there are pleanty of people.
Stand up for youself - most bullies are cowards and only pick on people they think they'll scare.
Try ignoring them. If you refuse to get wound up, they get bored and leave you alone.
Avoid lashing out - violence could get you into trouble.
If someone gets in your face calmly stand your ground. Say ''I'm sorry your having a bad day but please don't take it out on me,'' before walking around the bully.
Keep your belongings with you or in a secure locker at all times.
Don't use your mobile where the bullies can see it.
Try not to let a bully see your upset.
Join a marital arts or self defence class. This will give you confidence and is a great way of making friends away from school. Your local libary will have details.
Please take note of this article as it will help you :eusa_ange
I wrote this article as i thought it would be appropriate article to write and i also think it will help alot of people.
HELPLINES - Call these numbers or click on these websites if you need more help and advice on bullying
Childline - 0800 1111
www.bullying.co.uk
www.kidscape.org.uk
www.need2know.co.uk
The Samaritans - 08457 909090
Girl World by Theresa Cheung (Hodder, £5.99) is a cool book with loads of tips on dealing with bullying.
