Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among school-aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both …

Apr 24, 2001 · Bullying is widespread in American schools, with more than 16 percent of U.S. school children saying they had been bullied by other students during the current term, according to a …

Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior among kids and teens that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. That means the person who bullies seems more powerful because of strength or …

Sep 21, 2010 · Unlike traditional forms of bullying, youth who are the targets of cyber bullying at school are at greater risk for depression than are the youth who bully them, according to a survey conducted …

Mar 1, 2016 · School is a place for learning and socializing with peers. But for the 28% of students who report being bullied, school can be a scary place.

May 31, 2012 · The NICHD supports research on bullying and children's mental health and participates in other government-wide activities aimed at stopping bullying and improving outcomes for those who …

Dec 30, 2022 · Bystanders’ reactions to bullying can play an important role in stopping or encouraging bullying. Findings from an NICHD-funded analysis of data from more than 64,000 middle and high …

It includes definitions of bullying and cyberbullying, ways bystanders can help those affected by bullying, steps to encourage others not to bully, and how youth can set a good example for others.

Jun 10, 2014 · A new study found that bullying among students in grades six through ten declined significantly between 1998 and 2010. Fighting among students also declined, although less …

Apr 14, 2003 · Bullying is not just a normal, if unpleasant, part of growing up, according to Federal researchers. Rather, children who bully other children appear to be at risk for engaging in more …