Bullying and cyberbullying involve repeated harassment, exclusion, or intimidation, often online or in person, eroding victims’ confidence and safety.
Statistics reveal 19.2% of students report being bullied, with 30.5% in a multi-national study. Cyberbullying affects 79% on YouTube, 69% on Snapchat, 64% on TikTok. 67% of 18-29-year-olds face online harassment, 41% severe. Girls at 38.3% vs. boys 29.9%; sexual minorities at 47.1%. 33% of middle schools report incidents vs. 30% high schools. Over 38,000 adolescents surveyed show consistent trends over two decades.
Causes include power imbalances, anonymity online, and social hierarchies. One-third of youth globally report online bullying. Tech advances increase cyberbullying prevalence.
Impacts: low self-esteem, anxiety, school avoidance. Victims may face long-term mental health issues.
Schools need anti-bullying policies, reporting systems, and education. Parental monitoring helps.
Empowering bystanders and fostering empathy can reduce incidents.