Bullying
Why Are Schools Ignoring the #1 Reason Kids Get Bullied?
“It’s just banter.” That’s what a group of 14-year-olds told researchers when asked about weight-based bullying in their school. Calling someone “fat” wasn’t considered serious—it was routine. Teachers rarely stepped in. But here’s the problem: being bullied for weight isn’t just hurtful. It’s dangerous. It’s linked to self-harm, depression, skipping school, and even gaining more […]
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