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Facts and Myths about Bullying
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- Nearly one-third of American teens are involved in bullying.
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- Fewer than 10 % of American teens admit to bullying others.
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- Students who are bullied usually participate in class and have good attendance.
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- Most students who bully are insecure.
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- Male bullies are not usually bigger and physically stronger than their peers.
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- Witnesses often end friendships with the victim and feel guilty for not reporting the incident.
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- 7. Bullies have trouble making friends.
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- Bullies do poorly in school compared to students who do not bully.
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- Most Bullies discontinue (stop doing) aggressive behavior in adulthood.
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- Nine out of ten LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender) students have been bullied.
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