If I'm being bullied is it better to pretend I am not affected by it or show to the bully that it's upsetting me?
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Last Updated: 10/20/2020 at 4:28pm
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Speak up about it, don't necessarily show the bully that it is upsetting you, but definitely discuss the matter with someone you can trust, like a parent or a member of staff at school/ college. Bullying should not be tolerated. Talking to someone about it is only showing your strength.
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