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Originally Posted by queasy27

Is bullying more prevalent now, or simply more widely reported? What was your experience growing up?

My elementary and high school years were in the 50s-60s and I swear, I was never bullied or knew anyone who was. The most I can recall is kids sometimes calling me "Laurel and Hardy" because my name is Laurel. Was I just lucky and/or oblivious, or is the problem really much worse now? If so, why? Cyberbullying is new since the Internet, of course.

I don't know. I was in school at that same time. I remember boys fighting but mostly fair fights. There were a number of kids in my school who were "different" in various ways but they weren't ridiculed or picked on. Most kids acquired nicknames but bot mean or nasty ones. I would have to conclude that bullying is much worse now, also disrespect for teachers etc.