I am bullying or being bullied
I am bullying or being bullied
Being bullied can hurt a lot. It's not just a joke or a little teasing. Bullying may make you feel scared, insecure or sad. You may feel like you don't belong or aren't good enough. It may also be that you were the one who bullied, and now you regret it. Whatever your situation: you are not alone. There is help and things can get better.
What can you do?
What can you do?
Talk about it
Talking about bullying is difficult, but also very brave. Find someone you trust, such as a parent, family member, friend, mentor or confidant at school. Just telling your story can help. You don't have to solve it alone.
School must do something
Every school has rules about what they do in cases of bullying. This is called abullying protocol. If you tell what is going on, school should listen and help you. You may also say what you need to feel safe again.
Find online help and tips
Want to know what you can do yourself against bullying? There is a handy guide for young people with tips and steps you can take. You can also talk anonymously withThe Children's Telephone. They really listen to you and think with you.
Are you the bully?
Perhaps you notice that you are the one who excludes or hurts others. Good that you recognize this. Bullying often says something about how you feel inside. Maybe you are struggling with something yourself. Fortunately, you can change your behavior - and that's powerful.
Think about these questions:
- How would you feel if you were that other person?
- Can you say sorry and really try to make amends?
- Then stop behaviors that make someone sad. Small steps can make a big difference.
What do we do?
What do we do?
Are you unable to stop the bullying or do you still feel unsafe? Then you can turn to the Social Team Houten. We listen to you and think with you about what you need. Sometimes we give advice. Sometimes we look for help together. Do you want help for yourself or someone else? Then we need your permission, because you are central.
