Unfortunately, bullies still cause physical and psychological damage to other kids. They reported the bullying included swearing, teasing, throwing things, knocking them down, name-calling, and beating. Research shows bullying is most frequent in grades 2 through 6, most serious in grades 7 through 9, and tapers off after that. Research also indicates that boys are somewhat more likely than girls to be the victims of bullying and are considerably more likely to be bullies. It has been shown that bullies are angry kids, who are usually bullied at home, usually by parents or stepparents but sometimes by older, bigger siblings.
Bullies generally come from families where parents use physical means of discipline.
They may be kids reacting poorly to divorce, death, or other family crises. However, bullying is not normal childhood behavior. Studies have shown that children who show chronic patterns of aggression by age eight are more likely to be involved in criminal behavior and family violence later in life. They are also more likely to physically punish their own kids. Intervention is needed to stop this behavior and, in many cases, professional help is needed.