FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON BULLYING
*having emotional & behavioral maladjustments or disorders
Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region IV- A (CALABARZON)
Division of Quezon
GUMACA NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Gumaca, Quezon
Guidance and Counseling Office
SY: 2018-2019
*unhappy *with low self-esteem
1. What is bullying?
According to Republic 5. How can you tell if a child is
Act (RA) 10627, a bully?
otherwise known as the It is common to view the
Anti-Bullying Act of perpetrators as:
2013, “bullying” refers to *aggressive *arrogant
any severe or repeated *antisocial *selfish
use by one or more Bullies may bully out of jealousy
students of a written, and personality because they
verbal or electronic themselves are bullied (Levinson,
expression , or a physical 2004). Bullies can also use bullying as a tool to conceal shame or
act or gesture, or any combination thereof, directed at another student anxiety or to boost self-esteem (Syiasha, 2013).
that has the effect of actually causing or placing the latter in reasonable According to Penetrante, behavioral signs indicating that a child is a
fear of physical or emotional harm or damage to his property; creating a bully are:
hostile enviro nment at school for the other student ; infringing on the 1. Name calls, teases, threatens, physically hurts other children or
rights of another student at school; or materially or substantially brags about being powerful over another student.
disrupting the education process or 2. Suddenly and without justification, acquires new toys, school
the orderly operation of a school . materials or objects or seems to have a lot of extra money
without reasonable explanation.
2. What are the types of 3. Bullies/becomes aggressive with siblings and parents at home.
bullying? 4. Is hot-tempered and impulsive; has a hard time following rules.
According to Berger (2014), 5. Has been involved in other anti-social activities such as
there are four types of vandalism or stealing.
bullying:
a. Physical (hitting, punching, 6. What are the effects of bullying?
or kicking) Children who are victims of bullying
b. Verbal (name-calling or may have the following
taunting) manifestations:
c. Relational/Social (destroying peer acceptance and friendships) *stress *withdrawn
d. Cyber-bullying (using electronic means to harm others) *poor school performance
*difficulty making friends
3. What are the personality traits and behavior of frequently bullied *does not want to go school
students? According to Cook (2010), a typical victim is likely to be: *refuse to attend certain events
*aggressive *come from a negative family * risk for psychological
*lack social skills *think negative thoughts maladjustment
*physically weak *rejected and isolated by peers Long-term consequences of repeated victimization may result to:
*having some type of *self-esteem *depression
*experience difficulties in *increased anxiety *suicidal behavior
physical deformity Some victims may become bullies in the end, continuing the cycle of
solving social problems violence. For the bystanders or students who witness bullying,
several effects can likewise be noted. They may suffer behavioral
4. What are the warning signs that a child is consequences including feelings of anger and helplessness for not
being bullied? knowing what to do during bullying incidences, nightmares or
Bullied children usually exhibit this behavior (Penetrante 2009): paranoia about being the next target, guilt for not taking action and
*cautious *anxious fear of certain areas in school (Penetrante, 2009).
*sensitive *fearful
*quiet *withdrawn and shy 7. What is cyberbullying?
*cries easily *insecure
 Berger (2014), stated that cyberbullying is arguably the most No one deserves to be bullied EVER! Either try to stop it with the above
destructive and common form of bullying today. Researchers have tips or with the help of an adult. We’re all in this together, let’s start acting like it. Always keep in mind, “If
defined cyberbullying as a form of bullying that takes place in: you don’t have anything nice to say to someone, then don’t say anything
5. Be STRONG! at all.” And remember the golden rule: “Treat others the way you would
* text messaging Bullies like upsetting people because want them to treat you.”
*websites it makes them feel powerful. Be in
*email control so that the bully isn’t. DepEd Order No. 40 s. 2012
*instant messaging Confidence and having good self- DepEd Child Protection Policy
*social networking sites esteem will help, but even if you don’t Section 9. Duties and Responsibilities of Pupils, Students, and Learners
feel that way in the moment, acting Pupils, students, and learners, shall have the following duties and
Feinberg and Robey (2010) like you do will help. Others can’t tell responsibilities:
acknowledged ways on how you’re feeling or what’s going on A. Comply with the school’s rules and regulations, as long as they are in
what can victims and in your head unless you show them. harmony with their best interest. Pupils, students, and learners
educators can do to shall refrain from:
prevent cyberbullying. 9. What to do when you see i.Engaging in discrimination, or leading a group of pupils or students to
Bullying targets should: someone being bullied? discriminate another, with reference to one’s physical appearance,
a. Talk with the person being bullied.  Ask what you can do to help. weaknesses, and status of any sort;
a. Be calm and firm in telling the cyberbully to stop his or her Sometimes just hanging out between classes or before and after ii. Doing any act that is inappropriate or sexually provocative;
distressing behavior and eliminate all of the attacking materials school can help. iii. Participating in behavior of other students that is illegal, unsafe or
done during the cyberbullying activity. b. Listen without making judgments. The person being bullied could abusive;
b. Avoid and ignore communications with the cyberbully. feel sensitive about what’s going on and scared to talk about it. They iv. Marking or damaging
c. Provide a copy of the material that the cyberbully used. Showing may feel powerless and unable to get away from the bullying. school property, including
these to your parents and/or adults could help you take action. c. Let them know you care. Show that you’re a friend. Invite them into books in any way;
d. File a complaint. your group or to do things together. Being bullied hurts a person’s v. Engaging in fights or any
e. Ask help from teachers, guidance counselors, and psychologists. confidence, but friends can make a huge difference. aggressive behavior;
d. Tell an adult you trust. If the bullying is happening at school, tell a vi. Introducing into the
8. What to do when being bullied? teacher, principal, administrator, or counselor. But no matter school premises or
It’s hurtful, scary and confusing. If you’re being bullied here are where it’s happening, tell an adult you trust. Try to involve the otherwise possessing
some things to do: person being bullied in the discussion. They might be afraid to tell prohibited articles, such as
 1. Do Not Fight Back! someone, so your encouragement could help. deadly weapons, drugs,
It can be hard, and some may tell you to fight back, but it’s never the e. Take a stand as a group. Talk with your friends about how you can alcohol, toxic and noxious substances, cigarettes, and pornographic
answer. If you give in to a bully and fight back, you may get in trouble all stand up to bullying. There’s strength in numbers. material; and
instead of the bully! Don’t bully a bully, because in the end you become a f. Don’t repeat rumors. Bullies sometimes try to start rumors — you vii. Performing other similar acts that cause damage or injury to another.
bully yourself. can help stop a rumor by not spreading it. An allegation that any of these acts has been committed shall not be used
2. Tell the Bully to Stop and Calmly Walk Away. g. Confront bullying. It takes courage, but talking to someone who’s to curtail the child’s basic rights, or interpreted to defeat the objectives of
Believe it or not, this can be very effective. Practice with a friend, an bullying lets them know that their actions aren’t cool. If you’re this Department Order.
adult, or with yourself in a mirror on things you can say. Practice saying it worried about safety, make sure you tell someone your plan or B. Conduct themselves in accordance with their levels of development,
in a firm and direct way with confidence in your voice. Believing in bring someone with you. You also don’t have to talk face-to-face — maturity and demonstrated capabilities with a proper regard for the
yourself and telling others what you think can earn you respect and you can send them a message to let them know that what they’re rights and welfare of other persons;
encourage others to stand up for themselves as well. doing is wrong and hurtful. Sometimes, all people need to hear is C. Respect another person’s rights regardless of opinion, status, gender,
3. Tell an Adult. “Hey, that’s not cool,” to make them think twice about their words ethnicity, religion, as well as everyone’s moral and physical integrity;
It may be scary at first, but an and actions. and
adult can help stop the h. h.Educate! Some types of bullying D. Observe the Code of Conduct for Pupils, students, and learners.
bullying and make things — like bullying someone for their
better. If the person gets in race, religion, or being gay or trans References:
trouble, that’s their problem — is based on fear and ignorance. If  “No to Bullying”, A Handbook on Bullying in Schools. Pediapharma Foundation.
 DepEd Order No. 40 s. 2012
because it was their fault for you teach someone what you know
bullying. Not yours! about these things, you might be  https://www.ditchthelabel.org/top-10-tips-for-overcoming-bullying/?
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4. Know It’s Not Your Fault. able to change the way they treat
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people.
 https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/teens/bullying-safety-
privacy/bullying/what-if-i-see-someone-being-bullied
 https://www.thehopeline.com/if-you-are-being-bullied