If you are being bullied, you will almost certainly feel unhappy and frightened. You may think that the problem is you and that no-one can help you. That is not true. Often people who bully are unhappy themselves and have problems of their own - some don't even realise that what they are doing is upsetting. The important thing to remember is that bullying can stop - so take action now!

• Tell someone you can trust (a family member or another adult)
• Keep asking for help until things are sorted out - don't give up.
• Try not to be alone (bullies tend to pick on people who are on their own!)
• Tell your friends they can support you and look out for you
• Try to ignore the bully or say NO firmly and walk away. It is hard for a bully to go on bullying someone who does not stand still!

Helplines you can contact for information and support:

A teacher whom you can trust
Your doctor

ChildLine
Phone 0800 1111 (free) or visit www.childline.org.uk

Youthline
Phone 0808 808 8000

Samaritans
Phone 08457 90 90 90 or visit www.samaritans.org
Email: jo@samaritans.org

Support Line
www.supportline.org.uk

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