Every individual longs to be accepted and happy, but in today's society it is not so simple as too many people are engaging in the terrible act of bullying. Webster's Dictionary defines bullying as the use of force, threat or coercion to abuse, intimidate or aggressively to impose dominance over others. Bullying in its various forms is one of the new emerging problems that many children and teenagers have to face daily at school or while practicing extracurricular activities away from their parents' view and protection. This behavior is often habitual and is primarily because of a difference in class, race, gender, religion, sexuality, appearance, behavior, just to name a few. Bullying is a leading social issue among adolescents today whom of which are trying to find their place in the world. In fact, StopBullying.gov expresses that "28% of U. S. students in grades 6–12 have experienced bullying at some point"(Facts About Bullying). It is also important that the victims have an individual of which they feel secure to report the incidents before it is too late. Two solutions to prevent future students from being victimized and put a stop to bullying once and for all include promoting anti-bullying campaigns and mentor programs regarding the effects of bullying and encouraging how the victim can take a stand as well as implementing laws and policies that punish the bully for their actions. Though these acts differ, both contribute to end of bullying. .
Because bullying has such a detrimental effect on people's lives, it is imperative that schools and other community organizations take measures to prevent abusive behavior. Studies show that most bullies are not aware of the level of severity of the outcomes. Bullying is prolonged because teens who take part in it experience pleasure in the feeling of superiority. Once the bully realizes the outcome of the action, hopefully cases will decrease.
