Toxic shock
Bullying is one of most potent forms of control that one person can use against another. The aim is to make the victim feel inferior, with the perpetrator in the superior position. It comes in many guises, from ‘banter’ to physical aggression, and can result in debilitating fear.
The emotions around bullying are profound and complex. We need to do more to stop it and educate people to understand that we all have a duty to be respectful and considerate towards others. Bullying leads to feelings of isolation and can have long-lasting effects. It can take a lifetime to recover from such torment.
