Guidelines

In the case of bullying it is important not to underestimate the problem and act quickly, since the consequences of this phenomenon at a psychological level - both in the short and in the long term - can be serious for the victims, the bullies and for observers .
For the victims, the risk is to express discomfort primarily through physical symptoms (e.g. stomachache, headache) or psychological ones (e.g. nightmares, anxiety attacks), coupled with a reluctance in going to school. In the event of abuses endured over time, victims can glimpse the changing of school as the only possibility to escape bullying. In some cases it can lead to drop out of school as the victims show a devaluation of themselves and their abilities, the lack of self-confidence or problems in interpersonal relationships. In a few cases they can show real psychological disorders, including anxiety or depression.
Bullies, on the other hand, may show a drop in school performance, difficulties in relationships, behavior disorders when failing to comply with the general rules. This may lead, in the long run, to a real deviant or anti-social behavior and to an aggressive and violent behavior in the family and on the job.