Lastly, violent acts can be stimulated by in which an individual is facing a certain type of situation or that individual’s environment. For example, bullying. It is broadly defined as negative acts or hurtful behaviors committed against an individual or group repeatedly over time. Bullying may consist of apparent acts that are spoken (e.g., teasing, name calling, harassment) or physical (e.g., hitting, kicking, pushing). However, bullying may also involve more covert behaviors such as gossip, spreading rumors, and exclusion. Implicit in any definition of bullying is an imbalance of power between the bully and victim.
Peers also play a significant role in the development and maintenance of bullying behavior. Acts of bullying are fueled by the