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Teenagers & bullyingTeenagers health & lifestyle guideEvery year thousands of pupils are subjected to misery and their lives made hell by bullies, problems vary from name calling in the yard at break times to nothing short of pure torture constantly throughout the day. Bullying is widespread across the world and even though it is most rife in teenagers, it can even occur in pupils as young as 8 and 9. However in recent years schools are taking a firmer approach to the problem of bullying and now most schools have policies regarding this and how to deal with it. Unfortunately many of them often fall far short when dealing with the problem and despite having strategies in place the bullying continues. This could be due to several factors such as not having enough resources to deal adequately with bullying or pupils failing to report the problem. However we should do all we can to put a stop to bullying and victimisation in schools, school is supposed to be a safe place in which to learn and grow and only the person suffering at the hands of the bully can step forward and make a change. The effect bullying can have on your teenager Teenagers have enough problems to deal with as they are growing up without the added worry and fear that bullies cause, the added stress and worry of just surviving day to day in school can be a nightmare for the unfortunate victim and can lead to severe depression and even suicide in the more drastic cases. Most teenagers rather than admit they are being bullied will keep it to themselves for fear that they will be further ridiculed or that parents will make the problem worse for them. Feelings your teenager could have and signs to look for are: * A loss of appetite or comfort eating. * Sleep problems or nightmares. * Anxiety and nervousness. * Feelings of dread. * Constant small illnesses to get out of going to school. * Headaches caused by tension. * They become withdrawn. * They make excuses not to go out. * Bruises and bumps. * Torn clothing or missing belongings. * Feelings of worthlessness. What you can do to help yourself or your teenager If you have cause to think your son or daughter might be suffering at the hands of bullies in school or if you are reading this because you are being bullied then it is important that you put a stop to it. The bully is the coward not you and you can beat the bully, first you should notify the school or college and secondly talk with your parents. If you confront the bully this way you are taking steps to putting an end to it, when confronted most bullies are reduced to being the true cowards they are. This isn't an easy step to take by all means and it will require a lot of strength and courage on your part but bullies have to be dealt with and only you can take the first steps. |
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