What should you do if someone is bullying you?

What should you do if someone is bullying you?

If you’re being bullied there’s a lot you can do. While different tactics work for different people, the first thing you should do is try to work it out yourself. Depending on how bad the bullying is (and as long as you don’t feel at risk, scared or physically threatened) you might want to try and work it out yourself – as a first step.

Why do people not talk to adults about bullying?

Many teens who are targets of bullies do not talk to adults because they feel embarrassed, ashamed, or fearful, and they believe they should be able to handle the problem on their own. Others believe that involving adults will only make the situation worse.

When do you walk away from a bully?

They are insecure and bully only to feel powerful. Bullies look for a reaction from you and often lose interest if they aren’t given the satisfaction of getting one. Walk away when the bully approaches you.

Why do bullies Act the way they do?

If you don’t get angry, the bully will lose their own power. Remember that bullies are human – they eat, sleep and live just like you do. The only difference is that you are NOT a bully! Bullies act the way they do because they lack the attention or parental love and nurturing that you have.

Do you feel bullied by a family member?

Yes, you will definitely feel strong emotions when someone bullies you, especially when that person is a family member. It’s also important that you don’t try to repress or deny these feeling; this can cause them to explode out of you when you least expect it.

Can a bullying family member be an intimate partner?

Although the intention is the same and there is some overlap in types of behaviors, family bullying involves adult family members and not intimate partners. Much like traditional bullying or even cyberbullying, dealing with a family bully can have a lasting impact.