Bullying myths and facts

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M- myth
F-fact

There is many myths about bullying but often the issue is that these myths trivialise bullying. These myths suggest to the people being bullied that they are making a big deal out of nothing. But this is not true and it undermines how a reason feels.
M- Bullying is a normal part of childhood and this should be ignored.
F- Bullying is not normal/acceptable and it should not be ignored. Ignoring it might not make it stop therefore you should confide in someone that you trust.

M-Bullying only happens in schools.
F- This is not the case at all. Bullying can occur at any place such as school,university and college. Bullying can also occur when you are out with friends or on way to and from school.

M-It is easy to spot signs of bullying.
F- It is not always easy to spot because bullying is not always physical and obvious. Bullying can also be emotional, verbal and online which leave unseen scars.

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