Bullying is a major issue faced in society that takes a
negative effect against both the victim as well as the bully. One way that bullying can affect a victim is
by making that person feel as if he/she is not good enough. The victim could go through a phase of
depression. They may try to change who
they are so that others will not tease them anymore and possibly even
acknowledge them. If this fails and the
feelings of worthlessness remain, then that person may resort to measures such
as cutting, starving, or other ways of hurting himself/herself. Sometimes people being bullied come to
believe that what others saying about them is true even when it is not. If someone says that he/she is stupid, ugly,
worthless, etc… then it must be true.
They become so tired of being teased and looked down upon that they do
not know where to turn and there is confusion and fear that arise. In severe cases, some victims even commit
suicide. This is devastating because
that person had a purpose and destiny in his/her life but was unable to
recognize it because he/she did not even know who he/she should be or how to
settle the issues going on in his/her life.
Often, victims of bullying will begin to disconnect with their peers and
prefer to be alone much of the time. If
that person gives any hints or asks for help it is important to not turn
him/her away but rather to be there to talk, listen to, and support your
friend.
There are also tolls taken on the bully in addition to the
victim. If the bully ever realizes that
his/her behavior towards a person were wrong, then he/she may feel a sense of
remorse for the actions. Also, being a
bully does not promote the quality of good character that is so desperately
sought out in the work force. This
person does not appear to be paving the road for a happy and successful
life.
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