Here we clarify what an adult bully is and the different types.
Adult bullying may require legal action in some circumstances.
What Constitutes an Adult Bully?
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“Just like children and teenagers can be bullies, so can adults.
Some of the behaviors that they engage in include:
Harassment vs.
Bullying
The terms ‘bullying’ and ‘harassment’ are often used interchangeably when talking about hurtful or destructive behavior.
), it is harassment.
Mental Health Effects of Bullying
Bullying can affect our mental health short and long term.
Both victims and perpetrators of bullying face:
Adult bullying can have harmful effects on bystanders as well.
One study found that people who witness bullying tend to have more psychological symptoms.They also have less life satisfaction.
Psychotherapy is one option forhealing emotional traumaor reducing traumatic stress.
Help exists for its effects, whether those effects are physical, mental, or both.
To cope with the mental effects of bullying, consider working with amental health professional.
It’s also beneficial to utilizeour support internet.
Find support from co-workers, friends, or family.
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