Bullying is a serious issue that happens in schools and in personal spaces. It happens every day, often without us even noticing, but it harms those involved by affecting their values such as diversity, multiculturalism, and mental health. Bullying is not just physical, but an attack against individuality and differences. It causes targeted attacks on both the appearance and culture of students, especially those of diverse backgrounds or the beliefs they hold instead of being cherished. However, this goes further beyond the school gate through cyberbullying. Cyberbullying increases this issue through digital platforms like Snapchat and Instagram, leading to anxiety, depression, and even suicidal tendencies among its victims. Children who start …show more content…
StopBullying.gov reports that schools with effective prevention programs see a significant 25% reduction in bullying incidents by promoting awareness, providing reporting channels, and fostering empathy. WebMD underscores that bullying increases susceptibility to anxiety disorders and depression, posing long-term challenges to mental health. Lastly, the Canadian Public Health Association underscores that the consequences of bullying can impact career prospects and overall quality of life into adulthood. I have witnessed bullying's effects firsthand, stood up for those being bullied, and made efforts to help them on their way back to recovery from the mental and physical harm they faced. However, it shatters the safe, accepted, and valued atmosphere that is to be an essential quality of a school, so this is the reason I feel there should be more of a serious attitude towards bullying since it hampers the students' building up of a strong and positive mindset. I believe that fostering empathy and celebrating cultural diversity are necessary steps for