Bullying

Bullying is when people are mean to someone or hurt them on purpose.
These are some of the ways children describe bullying:

“I hate when I get bullied because the other people punch and kick you, at one time it got so bad I could not go out” (boy age 11, Londonderry).

“You have a right to have a childhood free from bully abuse” (girl age 12, Derry).

 

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Are you being bullied?
Do you know someone who is being bullied?
Are you the parent of a child who is being bullied?
Are you involved in bullying and want help to stop?


The most important thing is to talk to someone about the bullying. Keep telling people about the bullying until it is stopped.

 

You can also ring ChildLine on 0800 1111
or the NSPCC HelpLine on 0808 800 5000.

These helplines offer a free 24 hours service,
7 days a week.
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Are you being bullied?

  • You do not have to put up with being bullied. It is not your fault.
  • No one deserves to be bullied.
  • Talk to someone that you trust like your parent, teacher or friend.
  • Tell how you feel and try to work out what to do next.
  • Keep a record of the dates, the places and the times you were bullied. This will make it easier to tell someone about what’s going on.
  • If you tell a teacher that you are being bullied, it is part of their job to help you.

Don’t keep things to yourself. Even if it’s hard to find someone you can talk to, don’t give up. You can ring ChildLine on 0800 1111 or NSPCC HelpLine on 0808 800 5000.

Do you know someone who is being bullied?

  • Listen to friends who are being bullied.
  • If your friends are bullying others, talk to them about their behaviour.
  • Don’t join in with people who bully.
  • Tell an adult and encourage your friends to ask for support and help.

 

 


Are you an adult who wants to help?

  • Listen to young people’s feelings and concerns.
  • Help them to explore their options. Don’t take over.
  • Talk to other adults. Explore options both in school and at home.
  • Encourage children to feel good about themselves - those who bully and the bullied often lack self-esteem.
  • Parents can contact Parents Advice Centre helpline on 08088010722.

 


For more detailed information and advice about bullying:


Bullying online www.bullying.co.uk
Kidscape www.kidscape.org.uk
ChildLine www.childline.org.uk
Parents Advice Centre (PAC) www.pachelp.org

 

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