UAE spearheads efforts to stem bullying – GulfToday

UAE spearheads efforts to stem bullying – GulfToday

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Bullying, particularly in schools, is a practice that should be totally banned. It has dangerous consequences for children who are at the receiving end.

The victim can refuse to attend school, thus leading to low performance and academic scores. He or she can be utterly nervy with low self-esteem adding to his or her woes.

According to a report, bullying can be direct or physical, entail spreading rumours, stalking, or cyberbullying (performed via electronic or digital means).

Social media is a powerful tool for the bully to cow down his or her victim and kill self-worth.

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Victims can have a host of problems including insomnia, headaches, abdominal pain, digestive issues, and disorderly eating habits among other issues.

Some children may