Social Bullying: Understanding Its Impact and Strategies for Prevention

Social bullying is a subtle but harmful form of aggression that affects individuals emotionally, mentally, and socially. Unlike physical bullying, social bullying focuses on damaging a person’s reputation, relationships, sense of belonging, and self-esteem through exclusion, gossip, humiliation, or manipulation. This publication explains the nature of social bullying, its impact on victims, and the behavioural patterns of perpetrators. It also outlines practical methods individuals, schools, and communities can use to prevent and reduce the occurrence of social bullying, promoting a culture of empathy, respect, and emotional safety.