Recognize the type of bullying
Physical Bullying (More common among boys)
Hitting, punching, pinching, kicking, tripping
Damaging the property of the target.
Verbal bullying
Insulting
Name calling
Using foul language
Taunting
Social Bullying (Covert form of bullying which is not easily noticeable. More common among girls)
Intimidation
Spreading rumours about the target.
Making false accusations against the target.
Ganging up against the target.
Intentionally excluding the target or making them feel excluded.
Contemptuous facial expressions, remarks, tone or laugh.
Reminding the target of their past failures, mistakes etc repeatedly.
Making jokes that are hurtful and then justify it by saying “I was just kidding”.
Mimicking to mock the target.
Cyber bullying
Using the internet or technology to harass, intimidate, insult, or ruin the reputation of another.
Online bullying or harassment can be reported at https://cybercrime.gov.in
Prohibit every form of bullying whether in the classroom, dormitory, dining hall, or anywhere within the school premises.
Causes of bullying - Why the bully bullies?
Insecurity
Envy
Power struggle
Prejudice
Negative peer pressure
Lack of purpose in life
Lack of empathy
Bullies don’t operate alone
Flying Monkeys - ‘Flying monkeys’ is a term to describe people who are used by a narcissist to harass their target. In the school environment, you will notice that bullies use gullible people to gang up against their target. Teach students to become independent thinkers.
Dealing with students who bully
Some students don’t realise when they are bullying others. They are working on the instructions of another. Encourage independent thinking.
Students who are acting out of envy need to direct their energy to work on themselves rather than against others.
Students who are power-hungry need to be taught 21st century leadership skills.
Students who lack remorse, are acting out of spite or are repeated offenders need to face strict consequences.
Parents must be notified.
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