Bullying, as defined by the American Psychological Association, involves aggressive behavior that is intentional and repeated, leading to injury or discomfort for the victim. Many parents mistakenly label all negative behavior towards their children as bullying, which can hinder their children's ability to handle social challenges and criticism. It's important for children to learn to distinguish mean behavior from true bullying, allowing them to develop resilience and the ability to stand up for themselves without excessive parental intervention.
A behavior must be aggressive, repeated, and intentional to be considered bullying; otherwise, we risk overreacting to ordinary negative interactions among children.
It's crucial for children to distinguish between normal mean behavior and actual bullying to build resilience and coping mechanisms.
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