Protect Your Kids from Bullies

By themselves, these problems may just be typical teen moodiness; several of them together could indicate your child is dealing with a bully.

• Less self-confidence
• Irritability, anxiety or depression
• Drop in grades or difficulty concentrating
• Headaches or stomachaches as a way to avoid school
• Sleep issues—either can't sleep or sleeps too much
• Sudden lack of interest in school events or social activities
• Changes route to school or doesn't want to ride the bus
• Missing class—especially the same one
• Unexplained injuries
• Damaged items like books or clothes, or money is "lost"
• Severe upset or tension on Sunday nights