Consequences
Consequences of Bullying
For the Victim
Become withdrawn Social isolation Inability to concentrate Poor performance in academic work Truanting Development of school phobia Self harm Depression Risk of leaving education early Inability to form social relationships Depression Agorophobia Anxiety / Panic attacks Continued feelings of shame and insecurity Attempted/ completed suicide Eating disordersShort Term Long Term
Loss of confidence
Damage to self Esteem
For the person using bullying behaviour
Unchecked behaviour leads to the perpetuation of destructive behaviour on school discipline Fracture and splits amongst groups of peers. Increasing disruptiveness and testing of boundaries Increased risk taking behaviour such as alcohol and drug abuse Increased risk of becoming NEET (not-in-education, employment or training) Inability to maintain long-term stability in relationships Short Term Long Term Aggression as a successful strategy is learnt Continuation of negative behaviours into adulthood – 92% Young Offenders had engaged on bullying behaviour at school (KIDSCAPE Survey of young offenders 1994 )
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