15 Shocking Facts about Bullying That You Should Know

“Are you ready to take a stand against bullying? It’s time to arm ourselves with knowledge and understanding, speak up, and make a change. Bullying is not something to be taken lightly. It can have severe and lasting effects on the victim’s mental and emotional well-being. In this article, we’ll uncover the hard-hitting facts and statistics about bullying that will leave you shocked and motivated to take action. From the different types of bullying to the warning signs, we’ll dive deep into the issue and explore how we can work together to create a kinder and more inclusive society for all. So, join us on this journey, and let’s put an end to bullying!”

Shocking Facts about Bullying

1. Can you believe that 160,000 American kiddos are skipping school every day because they’re too scared of being bullied? Yikes!

2. And get this, 75% of school shooting incidents have been linked to bullying and harassment. Woah.

3. Nearly 1 in 3 students in grade six through 10 experience bullying.

4. Unfortunately, bullying is a common occurrence in schools. 6 out of 10 teenagers in the U.S. say they witness bullying in school daily.

5. In 1981, an incident in a small Missouri town resulted in vigilante justice. A man who had been bullying residents of a small Missouri town was murdered in broad daylight when 46 people rose against him.

Surprising Facts about Bullying

6. Bullying can have long-term effects on an individual’s mental and physical well-being. Studies have suggested that people with unfortunate initials may have a lower life expectancy due to psychological stress related to childhood bullying.

7. Many children who experience bullying do not report it. In fact, 64% of children who were bullied did not tell anyone about it.

8. Even successful and accomplished individuals can be affected by bullying. Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time, was bullied as a child because of his gangly form and big ears.

9. Similarly, Elon Musk was bullied as a child. He was once hospitalized after being beaten by other students.

10. In 2013, a parent filed a bullying report against a Texas high school football coach after his son’s team lost 91-0.

Horrifying Facts about Bullying

11. Bullying can have serious consequences, too – both short-term and long-term. Many victims of bullying suffer from depression, anxiety, and trust issues, even into adulthood.

12. But the sad fact is only 1 in 10 victims of cyberbullying tell a parent.

13. After being a victim of bullying, home-schooling helped Demi Lovato to pursue her education.

14. It isn’t just peasants that suffer bullying. Japanese Princess Aiko was also a victim of bullying. She decided to stay home for a few months in 2010 due to bullying from her classmates.