3/4 CHILDREN DO NOT REPORT BULLYING
Students who are being bullied often exhibit some warning signs:
Have torn, damaged, or missing pieces of clothing, books, or other belongings
Have unexplained cuts, bruises, and scratches from fighting
Have few, if any, friends with whom he or she spends time
Seem afraid of going to school, walking to and from school, riding the school bus, or taking part in organized activities (such as clubs or sports) with peers
Take a long “illogical” route when walking to or from school
Lose interest in doing school work, or suddenly begin to do poorly in school
Appear sad, moody, teary, or depressed when he or she comes home
Complain frequently of headaches, stomachaches, or other physical problems
Have frequent bad dreams, or trouble sleeping
Experience a loss of appetite
Appear anxious and suffer from low self-esteem
Have a positive attitude toward violence and the use of violent means
Have a strong need to dominate and subdue other students and get their own way
Be impulsive, aggressive, or easily angered
Lack empathy toward students who are bullied
Have defiance and aggression toward adults, including teachers and parents
Be involved in other anti-social or rule-breaking activities such as vandalism, delinquency, and substance abuse
Have greater physical strength than that of others in general and the students they bully in particular (especially in boys)
Be more likely to report owning a gun for risky reasons, such as to gain respect or to frighten others
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