How can I tell if I am Being Bullied?

How can I tell if I am Being Bullied?

Signs that you are being bullied:

• You don't want to go to school
• You feel anxious and scared
• You feel bad about yourself
• You have physical symptoms like being tired or getting headaches
• You are less interested in doing things
• You have trouble sleeping
• You are not doing as well in school as you used to
• You are thinking about hurting yourself or others

How to respond:

Bullying is NEVER okay.

• If possible, make sure the bully knows that their actions are not welcome, and that you want them to stop
• Getting back at the bully is not a good solution, it can also be very dangerous.
• Report to a parent, teacher, or adult that you trust
• Stay away from isolated areas, and stay in public places
• Try to participate in activities that will boost your self-confidence. Just acting confident can be enough to scare off a bully.
• Create a safety plan: identify your safe areas, identify safe people, have check-in times and spots, and know how you want to react to the bully if a confrontation does occur

• Do something! Not saying or doing anything will let the bully continue their behaviour.

How to get support:

Talk to adults about bullying.

When talking to an adult about bullying try to:

• Talk to someone you trust like a parent, teacher, or coach
• Give them as much detail as you can