What is Bullying? - SEL Sketches

Summary

The video addresses the serious issue of bullying among school-aged children, defining it as unwanted aggressive behavior characterized by a power imbalance and repetition. Using the acronym 'BOO,' the video explains that bullying involves being mean on purpose and doing so repeatedly. It categorizes bullying into four types: physical, verbal, social/emotional, and cyber, each illustrated with examples. The aim is to help viewers understand what bullying looks like and encourage them to take steps to stop it. Resources for further assistance are also provided, emphasizing the importance of seeking help.

Takeaways

• 😀 Almost 1 in 5 students report being bullied at some point.
• 😀 Bullying involves unwanted aggressive behavior and a power imbalance.
• 😀 The definition of bullying can be remembered using the acronym 'BOO'.
• 😀 'B' stands for being mean, which goes beyond simple teasing.
• 😀 'O' stands for on purpose; bullying is intentional and meant to harm.
• 😀 The second 'O' stands for over and over again; bullying is repetitive.
• 😀 Types of bullying include physical, verbal, social/emotional, and cyber bullying.
• 😀 Physical bullying includes actions like hitting, pushing, and damaging belongings.
• 😀 Verbal bullying includes name-calling, teasing, and spreading rumors.
• 😀 Social/emotional bullying involves exclusion and embarrassment, often harder to detect.
• 😀 Cyber bullying occurs online and can involve sharing harmful content or creating fake profiles.

Q & A

What is the definition of bullying as presented in the script?

Bullying is unwanted aggressive behavior among school-aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance, and the behavior is repeated or has the potential to be repeated over time.

What does the 'B' in 'BOO' represent in understanding bullying?

The 'B' stands for being mean, which goes beyond everyday teasing. Bullying involves persistent meanness that continues despite the victim's objections.

How does the script differentiate between teasing and bullying?

Teasing can be playful and may stop when asked, whereas bullying is ongoing and does not stop even when the victim asks the bully to stop.

What does the 'O' in 'BOO' signify?

The 'O' stands for on purpose, meaning bullying is intentional behavior that aims to hurt someone, indicating a conscious choice to be mean.

What does the final 'O' in 'BOO' indicate?

The last 'O' represents over and over again, emphasizing that bullying is repetitive behavior that continues despite requests to stop.

What are the four types of bullying mentioned in the script?

The four types of bullying are physical, verbal, social/emotional, and cyberbullying.

Can you provide examples of physical bullying?

Physical bullying includes hitting, pushing, shoving, kicking, tripping, or damaging someone else's belongings.

What constitutes verbal bullying according to the script?

Verbal bullying includes cruel teasing, name-calling, threatening, spreading rumors, and saying false things about someone.

What are some characteristics of social and emotional bullying?

Social and emotional bullying may involve leaving someone out intentionally, spreading lies, or embarrassing someone publicly.

How has cyberbullying evolved according to the script?

Cyberbullying occurs online and can take place through text messages, social media, or any electronic device, including sharing embarrassing content and creating fake profiles.