They derive satisfaction from inflicting injury and suffering and have little empathy for their victims. Conventional wisdom holds that bullies act because they lack self-esteem and are insecure. On the contrary, bullies appear to suffer little anxiety and possess strong self-esteem. Victims Passive loners are the most frequent and most typical victims, especially if they cry easily or lack social self-defense skills. Many are unable to deflect a conflict with humor and don't think quickly on their feet.
Victims are typically anxious, insecure, cautious, and suffer from low self-esteem.
They rarely defend themselves or retaliate and tend to lack friends, making them easy to isolate. Physical characteristics such as weight, dress, or wearing eyeglasses do not appear to be significant factors in victimization. Victims do, however, tend to be physically weaker than their peers.