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Bullying Facts – Is Your Child at Risk?

§ June 14th, 2009 § Filed under Bullying Facts § Tagged bullying at school, Bullying education, Bullying Facts, Girls bullying § 2 Comments

Just like almost any other event in history, statistics can be set for bullying. There are bullying facts both for those who are bullied, and for those who are the aggressors as well. By viewing these basic facts, both teachers and parents can get an idea on how to deal with bullies, and to help pick out those children who may be the most likely to be picked on by others. The key to dealing with any problem is acquiring knowledge, so the facts below can help you learn how to deal with the aggressive actions of children.

The Prevalence of Bullying

Believe it or not, bullying is the leading form of violence in the world today. About 30 percent of children have reported either being a bully themselves or having been bullied by someone else. That is 5.7 million children who are affected in a negative way each and every year.

Male and Female Bullying Facts

Both males and females are victims of bullying. However, boys are far more likely to have been hit, slapped, or otherwise hurt physically, whereas girls are more likely to have been the victim of gossip or rumors. Boys will often bully both other boys and girls, but a girl is far more likely to bully another girl than a boy.

Risk Factors for Children Who Become Bullies

There are a clear set of risk factors for those who become bullies. Although these factors do not mean that a child will become a bully, it is far more likely that they will. These factors include:

• Have high self esteem and self confidence.
• They are extremely aggressive and easy angered. These types of children often look highly upon violence and violent activities.
• A strong need to dominate other children, and no remorse or sympathy for others.
• Children with uninvolved parents and no emotional support.
• Those who have extremely firm or abusive parents.
• Have many friends that they influence highly.

Risk Factors for Those Who Are Bullied

Just as there are risk factors for those who will become bullies, there are also bullying facts that describe people who will be bullied by others. These include:

• Those with low self esteem and who are introverted.
• Children with few friends who aren’t involved in extracurricular activities.
• Easily frightened and anxious, never speaking up for themselves.

By addressing these basic bullying facts, adults can gain a better understanding of who might be at risk of becoming a bully or being bullied, and can use this information to help out an end to childhood aggression.