Bullying, a repugnant and unpleasant act, is widely present in all aspects of life, but most particularly in schools. It features an attacker who intimidates or torments a weaker person in one way or another. This act usually ends badly for the victims and leaves them in a vulnerable and pitiful state. 30% of US students in grades 6 through 10 engage in moderate or frequent bullying; as bullies, as victims or as both (national survey). Bullying is increasingly seen as a major contributing factor to youth violence, including homicides and suicides. It is more common among males than females and occurs more frequently among young people of middle school age than those of high school age; children who are obese, gay or disabled are up to 63% more likely to be victims of bullying than other children (Sognonvi, 2009). The act of bullying, while objectionable and despicable, may be deeply rooted in psychological, social, and family issues. A bully's psychological problems can lead him to take out his anger on weaker classmates. Bullies often have negative self-esteem and low social acceptance. They may also have been bullied in the past, thus resulting in low esteem and trust. Their low self-esteem allows them to humiliate other people and feel better about themselves. Looking at another person who may appear weak and cowering can remind the bully of their own vulnerability and lack of acceptance from others. Attacking the victim is a way to unleash anger towards themselves or past bullies. Bullying, for some, is another way of managing anger. They feel the need to physically or mentally abuse another to settle for...... middle of paper... family problems can decrease bullying. It works Cited Conway, R. (2008). Encourage positive interactions. In P.Foreman (ed.), Inclusion in Action, pp198-244. Thomson Education: Sydney.Raymond, E. B. (2004). Students with mild disabilities: A characteristics approach. New York: Pearson Education.Williams, G. J., & Reisberg, L. (2003). Successful inclusion: Teaching social skills through curriculum integration. School and Clinic Intervention, 28(4), pp205-210. Retrieved from http://learn2bebuddies.wordpress.com/Sensei Serge Sognonvi and Carmen Sognonvi. (2009). The 5 essential bullying statistics every parent should know. Retrieved from http://urbandojo.com/2010/06/09/how-to-prevent-bullying-part-1-bullying-statistics/Bullying Statistics http://www.pascack.k12.nj.us/70271919141818/ lib/ 70271919141818/Bullying_Statistics.htm