Connexions Greater Merseyside

Bullying

Bullying can be someone calling you names or someone hitting you.

It can also include spreading gossip or rumours, taking things away

from you or damaging your belongings, sending abusive text messages

or posting insulting messages on the internet or by IM (cyberbullying).

The people who are bullied are often people

with a talent or who stand out from the crowd in some way.

If you are being bullied don’t suffer in silence: talk to someone:

your Mum or Dad or carers, your teachers or

Contact Connexions and speak to your Personal Adviser.

You may also want to consider, if possible, trying to stay away from the bullies and asking

your friends to look out for you. Keep a record – and save any nasty texts or emails that you

have been sent. Try not to fight back – you could get into trouble or get hurt. If you are in school,

check your school’s anti-bullying policy.

This will tell you what your school should do about bullying. And remember – bullying is never your fault.

Bully Busters is an anti bullying initiative based in Merseyside, they operate a confidential free-phone helpline

for anyone who is affected by bullying. The team listen, support, advise and offer other offer other services to

help you become happier and free from bullies.

Free Bully Busters helpline 0800 169 6928

Cybermentors is a safe social networking site for children and young people who have been bullied or cyber-bullied.

to access their web site click here