Overview:
Bullying is when someone repeatedly hurts or frightens another person on purpose.
Further information:
Bullying can be:
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Physical (hitting, pushing)
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Verbal (name-calling, teasing)
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Social (excluding someone, spreading rumours)
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Online (cyberbullying)
It can happen at school, work, or anywhere people interact. For more information on dealing with bullying, see our bullying support page.