bullying

Launch of U2Us 0780 007 4927

Submitted by Leisa on Wed, 27/09/2006 - 21:48.

Grapevine is launching it's new texting service , U2Us this week. The service will use latest technology to provide, quality, up to date information, advice and support to young people direct to their mobile phones.

Young people can text on 0780 007 4927 and ask our trained volunteers (other young people) for information and support on a wide range of issues.

U2Us can also be used by a range of professionals working with young people either to receive information, send information to and consult with young people.

For more info text to 0780 007 4927, call Grapevine on 01242 255888 or leave a message on this site.

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Bullying

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 02/08/2006 - 17:19.

Bullying is surprisingly common, and occurs in most schools. Recent surveys have shown that over 25% of junior and middle school pupils and 10% of secondary school pupils are being bullied. There are many forms of bullying;

  • Hitting or punching
  • Kicking
  • Tripping someone up
  • Taking or spoiling someone else's things
  • Name-calling
  • Nasty teasing
  • Nasty looks or threats
  • Racist remarks
  • Spreading nasty rumours or stories about someone else
  • Not letting someone join in
  • Sending someone to -?Coventry' (ignoring them)

One person or a group may carry out bullying, and the victims of bullying usually find it very hard to defend themselves. Unless something is done about it, bullying can go on for a long time.

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