π Topic Summary
Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Anti-bullying efforts in health class aim to equip you with the knowledge and skills to recognize, respond to, and prevent bullying. This includes understanding the different forms bullying can take (physical, verbal, social, cyberbullying), developing empathy, and learning strategies for intervention and support. Remember, creating a safe and inclusive school environment is everyone's responsibility!
π§ Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term with its definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Bullying |
A. Spreading rumors or excluding someone from a group. |
| 2. Cyberbullying |
B. Repeated, aggressive behavior with a power imbalance. |
| 3. Bystander |
C. Using electronic devices to harass or threaten someone. |
| 4. Social Aggression |
D. Someone who witnesses bullying. |
| 5. Empathy |
E. The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. |
Answer Key:
- π 1 - B
- π‘ 2 - C
- π 3 - D
- π 4 - A
- π§ͺ 5 - E
π£οΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct word from the list: respect, reporting, empathy, support, intervene.
It's important to show _____ for others, even if you don't agree with them. If you see bullying happening, try to _____ safely if you can. Always offer _____ to the person being bullied, and encourage _____. _____ the incident to a trusted adult is also crucial.
Answer Key:
- π respect
- π‘ intervene
- π support
- π empathy
- π§ͺ reporting
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you see a classmate being cyberbullied online. What steps would you take to help the classmate and address the situation?