Eye-opening reasons people bully others, and what to do about it

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Feb. 5, 2024 – Anyone who has had their child bullied knows all too well the emotional and physical toll it can take. Millions of people experience it yearly in schools around the country, leaving many to wonder who it is that bullies and why they do it. The more we learn about why people bully, the more we as a society can help bring it to a much-needed end. The good news is that plenty of information is available explaining why people bully others.

“When communities understand more about bullying and who does it, they can help prevent it,” says Kirk Smalley, cofounder of Stand for the Silent. “Reducing and eliminating bullying is a community-wide issue and should be addressed that way for the best results.”

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