When bully behavior is not confronted and corrected, children can go on to try to settle adult problems with aggression and cruelty. That often results in problems with the law. The first step in ending a bully situation is to recognize the problem and understand that it is very serious. He may walk around talking about how everyone at school gives him things because they like him so much. The bully may not have long-term relationships with other children.
Bullies also tend to play almost exclusively with younger children, who are easier to victimize.
If your child is the bully . . . Once a child has been identified as a bully, parents need to take quick, consistent action. Make it clear to your child that you will not tolerate this kind of behavior. Corporal punishment implies that violence is acceptable. Supervise your child's activities and be aware of his whereabouts and peers.