Bullying has been divided into different types by the literature. These can be in the form of non-verbal, verbal or physical behavior. Another classification is based on the perpetrators or participants involved, so types include individual and collective bullying. Other interpretations also cite emotional and relational bullying in addition to physical harm inflicted on another person or even property. [18] There is also the case of the more recent phenomenon of cyberbullying. (B) require every school to notify the parents or guardians of students who commit proven acts of harassment and the parents or guardians of students against whom such acts are directed not later than forty-eight hours after the completion of the investigation referred to in the subsection. (I) prohibiting bullying (1) on school grounds, in any school-sponsored or school-related activity, function or program sponsored or related by the school, whether on or off school grounds, at a school bus stop, on a school bus or other vehicle owned, leased or used by a local or regional school organization, or by means of an electronic device or an electronic mobile device; the property is leased or used by the local or regional school authority and (2) outside the school if such bullying (a) creates a hostile environment in the school for the student against whom the bullying is directed, (b) violates the rights of the student against whom the bullying in school was directed, or (c) significantly disrupts the educational process or proper functioning of a school. Bullying in schools has been taken more seriously in recent years, in part because of cases of students committing suicide after being bullied. Because of these issues, many state and local jurisdictions have begun enforcing anti-bullying laws. Science bullying is workplace bullying of scientists and science personnel, particularly colleges and universities. It is thought to be common, although it has not received as much attention from researchers as bullying in other contexts. [108] Are you being bullied? Do you see bullying in your school? There are things you can do to protect yourself and children you know from bullying.

A culture of bullying can develop in any context where people interact with each other. This may include school, family, workplace,[6] home, and neighbourhoods. The main bullying platform in contemporary culture is social media websites. [7] In a 2012 study of adolescent male American football players, “the strongest predictor [of bullying] was the perception of whether the most influential man in a player`s life would approve of bullying behavior.” [8] What is the current definition of “bullying” in Public Act 11-232? In most cases, bullying involves a pattern of repeated interactions between the victim and the bully. Bullying can be based on: Bullying has become a national epidemic among school-aged children in America and should be of concern to most schools today. Because bullying can take many forms, such as verbal, physical, and even mental acts, it can sometimes go unnoticed by teachers, parents, and administrators. Since bullying on campus can escalate into serious violence and harm to a student, it is especially important for educators, teachers and parents to understand what bullying is and how to prevent it. This section provides an overview of bullying as well as a breakdown of the state`s anti-bullying laws. Click on the links below to learn more or visit our Legal Responses to Education Law page. In contrast, bullying is often used to achieve a specific goal. Examples of behaviors that may be considered bullying include, but are not limited to: Bullying prevention is the collective effort to prevent, reduce and stop bullying.

[117] There are many campaigns and events dedicated to bullying prevention around the world. Bullying prevention campaigns and events include: Anti-Bullying Day, Anti-Bullying Week, International Rosa Day, International Stand UP to Bullying Day and National Bullying Prevention Month. In the United States, anti-bullying laws have also been enacted in 23 of its 50 states, making bullying in schools illegal. [118] Legal issues and laws relating to school safety in general, including specific discussions about bullying and how schools are required to provide equal protection to students. If you think you have been sick as a result of bullying or harassment, you should contact your local representative for advice and, if necessary, contact the UCU regional office for professional expert advice. This is especially true if bullying takes place outside of school hours. A school usually has no control over students` behavior online. One. There are no federal (national) laws against bullying. Only a handful of states do not have anti-bullying laws.

However, if your child is facing “protected class” bullying (sexual, racial, ethnic, national, etc.), state and federal laws apply.