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Dec 20, 2023 · Here we clarify what an adult bully is and the different types. We also share the mental health effects of adult bullying, followed by ways to deal with bullying as a victim, bystander, or even as a perpetrator who wants to stop engaging in this harmful behavior.
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Nov 18, 2023 · Adult bullying includes spreading malicious, false rumors about the target; turning social alliances against the target by painting a negative picture of them; putting down or...
- Physical bullying. This refers to the use of physical intimidation, threat, harassment, and/or harm. Examples of physical bullying include physical attack, simulated violence (such as raising a fist as if to strike, or throwing objects near a person), extortion, date rape, marital rape, domestic violence, sexual harassment at work, personal space violation, physical space entrapment, physical size domination, and numerical domination (ganging up on a victim).
- Tangible/material bullying. Using one’s formal power (i.e. title or position) or material leverage (i.e. financial, informational, or legal) as forms of intimidation, threat, harassment, and/or harm.
- Verbal bullying. Threats; shaming; hostile teasing; insults; constant negative judgment and criticism; or racist, sexist, or homophobic language.
- Passive-aggressive or covert bullying. This is a less frequently mentioned form of bullying, but in some ways it's the most insidious. With many bullies, you can see them coming because they are quick to make their intimidating presence known.
It involves repetitive and intentional acts of aggression or intimidation by one adult towards another, resulting in emotional, psychological, or even physical harm. One aspect of adult bullying that sets it apart from other forms of interpersonal conflict is the power dynamic involved.
May 17, 2024 · Adult bullies can be coworkers, friends, or even loved ones. Here's how to identify, navigate, and protect yourself from adult bullying.
- Melanie Curry
Feb 19, 2021 · If you find yourself in the position of being bullied as an adult, here are some ideas that might be useful to help you ride, and ultimately thrive and grow from, this very difficult experience...
Dec 15, 2017 · Whether it occurs at work, at the gym, sporting venues, in the community or elsewhere, bullying – defined by the American Psychological Association as “aggressive behavior in which someone...
