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There's been a mindset shift, too. We used to say "suck it up, it will make you tougher", but I think we've recognized that such advice isn't universal. Bullying (repeated, ongoing harassment, to clarify) can cause significant emotional and psychological damage. No one should have to "suck it up".
But, the only way to stop it is to address it. Immediately. And to support both the victim, and the harrasser -- it's as much a teaching opportunity as anything else. Simply "punishing" the bully won't resolve it.
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