Fact and Myths About Bullying

Neary one-third of American teens are involved in bullying.

• True

• False

Fewer than 10% of American teens admit to bullying others.

• True

• False

Students who are bullied usually participate in class and have good attendance.

• True

• False

Most students who bully are insecure.

• True

• False

Male bullies are not usually bigger and physically stronger than their peers.

• True

• False

Witnesses often end friendships with the victim and feel guilty for not reporting the incident.

• True

• False

Bullies have trouble making friends.

• True

• False

Bullies do poorly in school compared to students who do not bully.

• True

• False

Most bullies discontinue aggressive behavior in adulthood.

• True

• False

Nine out of ten LGBT students have been bullied.

• True

• False