I’m Being Bullied
If someone is repeatedly targeting, humiliating, excluding, threatening, or hurting you, you deserve support. This guide offers general steps you can consider.
1. Recognize what may be happening
Bullying is commonly described as unwanted harmful or aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance and is repeated—or has the potential to be repeated. School or state definitions may be more specific.
2. Don’t retaliate
Fighting back, threatening someone, or trying to embarrass them publicly can make a situation more complicated or unsafe. Focus on getting support and creating distance when you can do so safely.
3. Save relevant information
When appropriate, keep screenshots, messages, dates, or other relevant information instead of deleting it immediately. Do not post it publicly or use it to retaliate.
4. Tell a trusted adult
- Parent or guardian
- Teacher
- Counselor
- Coach
- School administrator
- Another trusted adult
5. Use school resources
Schools may have counselors, administrators, anti-bullying staff, reporting forms, or other support channels. The exact process depends on the school and applicable rules.