"A nation without a conscience is a nation without a soul. A nation without a soul is a nation that cannot live." -Winston Churchill. You're fat! You're ugly! Your skinny! You stink! You're Hopeless! How many times have you heard this said to someone you know or even to yourself? Maybe it's just been to tease and not really meant to hurt. You know - "just kidding" this type of behavior may have been tolerated …showed first 75 words of 1753 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1753 total…people. People who were bullied at a young age can carry the effects on to adult life. Nothing can be done to stop bullying; however, things can be done to prevent it. Research suggests that friendship can be an effective shield against the negative outcomes of being victimized by bullies. (Kraizer) Bullies don't pick on those who are confident. Some school districts, even in our local area, are starting to take steps to combat bullies.