You've read about Olivia and her unexpected friends Emily and Sarah Buder. Now, check out the Today show's interview with Olivia and her mom about her experiences with bullying, and what got her through her dark moments. (video 7 minutes, plus an accompanying article).
This year, bullying and the tragic consequences of bullying continues to be in the news. Nine students in a Massachussets town were charged with bullying when one of their classmates, Phoebe Price, committed suicide. These nine students allegedly bullied her online and in-person relentlessly and now face criminal charges for their role in her suicide.
Bullying is not a new phenomenon, but it is serious. With the increasing connectivity of technology, bullying can happen 24/7 in a way it hasn't in the past. But you, like Olivia's many new friends, can do something about it. Here are a few resources on the subject-
Teen health website with resources to deal with bullying.
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