Victims of physical bullying are usually physically weaker than the bullies, and also may be socially marginalized for some reason, including weight, ethnicity, or other characteristics that make it harder for them to fit in. Bullying can have serious consequences for the victim, leading to low self esteem, depression, trouble at school, and sometimes even violent behavior.
Some signs that a student may be a victim of physical bullying include:
- Coming home from school with bruises, cuts, or other unexplained injuries
- Having damaged clothing, books, or possessions
- Often "losing" things that they take to school
- Complaining of frequently not feeling well before school or school activities
- Skipping certain classes
- Wanting to avoid going to school or going to school a certain way, such as taking strange routes home from school or not wanting to ride the bus
- Acting sad or depressed
- Withdrawing from others
- Saying they feel picked on
- Displaying low self esteem
- Mood swings, including anger or sadness
- Wanting to run away
- Trying to take a weapon to school
- Talking about suicide or violence against others
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