Do children that bully suddenly stop and grow out of it?
No, there appears to be a strong relationship between bullying other students and experiencing later legal and criminal problems as an adult. In one study, 60% of those characterized as bullies in grades 6-9 had at least one criminal conviction by age 24. Chronic bullies seem to maintain their behaviors into adulthood, negatively influencing their ability to develop and maintain positive relationships. For more information on bullying contact: Sinnissippi Centers Inc. Alan Singer, Area Office Supervisor 125 South 4th Street.
