Definition Essay-It's Time To Stop Bullying
No one likes you, Your fat or ugly, I hope you kill yourself. At least one person in this class has been told this once in their life, I know I have, on many occasions actually, and I bet you it probably felt as sucky for you as it did for me. Bullying is a world wide problem that affects a varying age of people and most of the inflicted feel as if they are all alone in this situation and as if they cannot talk to anyone about it.
There are many ways to define what bullying is but according to education Victoria bullying is, "repeated verbal, physical, social or psychological aggressive behaviour by a person or group directed towards a less powerful person or group that is intended to cause harm, distress or fear". Bullying is a very stressful …show more content…
Some effects of serious bullying includes: "Depression and anxiety, increased feelings of sadness and loneliness, changes in sleep and eating patterns, and loss of interest in activities they used to enjoy.". This is so serious that, "Over 14 percent of high school students have considered suicide, and almost 7 percent have attempted it".
There are many ways you could help at your school in preventing bullying. You could stand up for someone, and help them before it's too late. You could talk to an adult such as a teacher or a parent/ guardian, for advice or for further help or even just getting another student to help. Also there are many helplines available for those who are willing to call up such as the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800. They are a 24 hour helpline that is available 7 days a week and they talk to over 6,000 kids a week. So they will always be available to help.
In conclusion, Don't be a bully and do not be afraid to stand up for yourself! Just be strong, keep your head up high and do your best to stop bullying once and for all! Remember, school Bullying is everyones business! Thank
There are many ways to define what bullying is but according to education Victoria bullying is, "repeated verbal, physical, social or psychological aggressive behaviour by a person or group directed towards a less powerful person or group that is intended to cause harm, distress or fear". Bullying is a very stressful …show more content…
Some effects of serious bullying includes: "Depression and anxiety, increased feelings of sadness and loneliness, changes in sleep and eating patterns, and loss of interest in activities they used to enjoy.". This is so serious that, "Over 14 percent of high school students have considered suicide, and almost 7 percent have attempted it".
There are many ways you could help at your school in preventing bullying. You could stand up for someone, and help them before it's too late. You could talk to an adult such as a teacher or a parent/ guardian, for advice or for further help or even just getting another student to help. Also there are many helplines available for those who are willing to call up such as the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800. They are a 24 hour helpline that is available 7 days a week and they talk to over 6,000 kids a week. So they will always be available to help.
In conclusion, Don't be a bully and do not be afraid to stand up for yourself! Just be strong, keep your head up high and do your best to stop bullying once and for all! Remember, school Bullying is everyones business! Thank