What do I do if I’ve received abusive text messages?
If you’ve receive abusive text messages, don’t reply – keep them to show a parent, teacher or the Police. Mobile ‘phone operators can take action on the bully’s account.
Short messages on Bullying/abuse from Respect Yourself, the guidance site for young people to help make good decisions in life.
If you break something in anger, it will still be broken when you’ve calmed down. The same is true for the words you’ve said. It is okay to feel angry, but not to behave angrily.
Trying to control someone against their will is bullying. It can frequently have the opposite effect of that intended. Constantly trying to control someone creates an atmosphere of resentment and an unbalanced relationship.
Bullying is a widespread problem that affects lives. 69% of children in the UK report being bullied; 85% have witnessed bullying.