Anti-Bullying Week is a good opportunity to reflect and reach out to those who may be struggling due to bullying. What exactly is bullying? Bullying can happen in many different…

You may have heard the story of Raheem Bailey on social media and in the news recently, and the awful consequences of the bullying he suffered. What happened to Raheem? Raheem, 11,…

Bullying happens all year round and affects many of us. For anti-bullying week this year, let’s take a look at what we can do to help put an end to…

This article was written by a young person as part of our #YouDeserve: Healthy Relationships Campaign. To find out more about the campaign click here. TRIGGER WARNING: This article discusses themes…

Banter is intended to be the playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks between friends. It can include sarcasm, wordplay, exaggeration and other comedic themes. However, sometimes banter is used…

Sadly, bullying is very common and can have devastating consequences for victims and witnesses. However, bullying can be reduced and managed using these tips. If you are being bullied:  …

What is cyberbullying? Cyberbullying is where someone bullies another person online, for example, using a mobile phone, the internet or virtual gaming system. It can consist of: Threats and intimidation…

What is anti-bullying week? Anti-Bullying Week 2020 will take place from Monday 16th November – Friday 20th November 2020 and is coordinated by the Anti-Bullying Alliance. The theme this year is…

The internet was built with good intentions, yet when it first arrived who’d have thought it would develop into such a dangerous space for many unlucky people? Bullying has sadly…

DJFMITV continues its series ‘Autism in Popular Culture’ to talk to Tim Rhys, the producer and Josh Manfield, the lead actor, from Winterlight Productions of “Quiet Hands (a sequel to…

Hi Aunty Sprout, I wanted to get some advice because I think that I need to cut myself off from this ‘friend’.   I’ve known her since primary school and she’s…

Dear Aunty Sprout, There’s a girl I really like in the year above me, and we’re both on Snapchat a lot and she’s really funny. The other day she started…

You never questioned why it might be you, who they teased and tortured each day. You always ignored it, you were never blue, refused to hide and run away. I…

Warning: some readers might find some or all of this content distressing. Article by Togira_Ikonoka Recently, I did a review of a book of poems called Wicked Words and although in my…

 Dear Aunty Sprout,                                    There is a girl who one minute claims to be…

Morning pumpkins! Another Sprouter needs your help, tips and advice… Hey Aunty Sprout, I am kind of getting bullied by some boys and I want you to give me some…

Bullying is everyone’s business. That’s the message for anti-bullying week (14-18th November) and we want your help to promote it Bullying is a very personal experience. What might be banter…

“I wish I could do that” Tommy said out loud, staring at the eagle, watching it soar. Tommy watched in amazement, engrossed in this predator, longing not to be weak,…

Originally published by dirty with the title “The 411 On Bullying” on 25/06/09. Republished ahead of Anti-Bullying Week 2016 (starts 14th November 2016). If you’re in school and somewhat different, expect…

I sat and cried in the corner, looking down at my arm to see the cut I had made. It was spring of 2006 and the dawn of my depression….