Bullying

Image depicting bullying
Bullying can be described as anything that makes another person feel uncomfortable, so it includes:
  • Physical abuse
  • Abusive text messages or emails
  • Spreading rumours
  • Threats
  • Racism
  • Excluding someone from the group

If you are worried about bullying you could look at our 'top tips', check out some of the websites on this page, look at our 'How Does Bullying affect U' leaflet (see 'Read more'), or email us for information and support.

In an emergency

Please remember that emails sent to this site will only be answered once every two weeks.

In an emergency you could contact:

Childline

0800 1111 (free)
For anyone under 18 who is in danger or distress or who needs advice

The Samaritans

08457 90 90 90 (local rate call)
A helpline giving emotional support for anyone in a crisis

Connexions Direct

080 800 13 2 19 (free)

Child Protection (NSPCC)

0808 800 5000  

Email your problems to whatsup@southglos.gov.uk

Note that emails sent to What's UP will only be answered every two weeks. In an emergency you could use one of the emergency contacts, see 'More in this topic'.



Top tips to beat bullying

Top tips to combat bullying.

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Bullying - sample emails

Sample emails about bullying

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        Other websites

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