They see weaker kids as their target., and don't accept the consequences of their actions. They lack empathy and foresight and have contempt for the weak. It doesn't always mean that they are bullies.īullies dominate, blame and use others. Some kids are just more aggressive, dominating and impulsive by nature. It is learned behavior which can be unlearned. Kids usually bully because they learn this behavior at home.
Very often parents are bullies, are angry, or don't handle conflict well. This can include parents, teachers, coaches, etc If they’ve been bullied, they are more apt to bully a younger sibling to feel more secure or empower themselves.Īnd we cannot rule out the fact that an adult role model is a bully. Older siblings can also be the cause of the problem. This can include neglected children, children of divorced parents, or children with parents under the regular influence of drugs/alcohol. Understanding how and why a bully uses aggressive behavior is key to knowing how to handle the situation.Ī common reason that a kid is a bully is because he/she lacks attention from a parent at home and lashes out at others for attention.
