Who Is the Victim of Bullying?
In the U.S. Dept. of Justice s Juvenile Justice Bulletin article titled “Combating Fear and Restoring Safety in Schools” dated April, 1998, it is reported that “Students who are chronic victims of bullying experience more physical and psychological problems than their peers who are not harassed by other children Studies also suggest that chronically victimized students may as adults be at increased risk for depression, poor self-esteem, and other mental problems, including schizophrenia.” As compiled by the National School Safety Center, the Checklist of Characteristics of Youth Who Have Caused School Related Deaths includes, “Characteristically resorts to name calling, cursing, and uncontrollable angry outbursts”, “Habitually makes violent threats when angry”, “Has been bullied and/or bullies or intimidates peers or younger children”, and “Is often depressed and/or has significant mood swings”. Passive victims are often children who: Are isolated or alone much of the school day Are an
