Bullying can happen to anyone at any age. If you are being bullied it is not ok for someone to treat you that way. If someone is hurting you either by calling you names, pushing you, hitting or teasing you; whether this is at school, or after school, or even online, there is help at hand.
People who are being bullied often worry that telling someone might make it worse, this is not true. The best way to stop bullying is to tell someone you trust (a teacher, parent/relative, social worker etc) and keep telling them until it stops. Nobody has the right to hurt you or make you feel bad. If you are being bullied you don’t have to deal with it alone.
What is bullying?
Bullying can mean many different things and can come in several forms, including:
- being called names
- being put down or made fun of
- being teased
- being pushed or pulled about
- having money and other possessions taken or messed about with
- having rumours spread about you
- being ignored and not allowed to join in
- being hit, kicked or physically hurt
- being threatened or frightened
I am being bullied – what can I do?
Tell someone that you can trust. Make sure you share your worries with a parent, friend, teacher or relative. The best way to protect yourself from being bullied is to tell someone so that you can get some help.
The B&NES Council website has more information on what you can do if you are being bullied
You can also get advice from The Anti Bullying Network or visit the NSPCC or Childline websites for more information.
