Topic > Bullying and Intimidation at School - 756

Imagine you are a normal child leaving class to get lunch. When suddenly, a guy you fear because of his masculine strength comes up to you and says, “Do I understand?” something good? Give it to me. Oh, and don't even think about telling the teacher? Done?" You nod your head in fear and offer him your lunch. "Good." 'Good,' you think, 'here's my lunch.' For the rest of the day you are afraid and can't concentrate. You tell the teacher, he will torture you more. If you don't tell the teacher, he will torture you anyway. What should you do? . Bullying is a superior force to influence or intimidate someone to do what you (the bully) want. (“Bullying definition” - Home). they feel bad about themselves and don't show the same confidence they had before. Many times it causes dramatic scenes in schools: rumors spread and many things are said about the school if the public finds out. However, the most surprising thing is that it affects lives of bullies both mentally and physically. It leads them to not lead a good life. But is it possible to stop it? Bullying ruins the self-esteem and confidence of the bullied child, “studies show that people who experience abuse from their peers are at risk of mental health problems, such as low self-esteem, stress, depression or anxiety. They may also think more about suicide." (Ed. Arcy Lyness) As stated in the article "Warning Signs", "Children who are victims of bullying are more likely to experience depression, increased feelings of loneliness, changes in sleep and eating patterns, and the loss of activities they once enjoyed. These problems may persist... middle of document ......topbullying.gov/what-is-bullying/definition/index.html>."Addressing Bullying." KidsHealth: The most visited children's health site on the web. Ed. Arcy Lyness. The Nemours Foundation, 01 July 2013. Web. 2 April 2014. "Effects of bullying". House. A federal government website maintained by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, nd. Web. April 3, 2014. "Defining Bullying." House. A federal government website maintained by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, n.d. Web. April 5, 2014. "Warning Signs." House. A federal government website maintained by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, nd Web. April 5. 2014. .