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Why do bullies do what they do? It is helpful to understand why bullies act this way, because it makes it easier to address the problem and make them stop.

There are five major reasons why people bully:
 * 1) Because they are jealous of whoever they are bullying.
 * 2) To make themselves look popular, or gain attention.
 * 3) To look tough or feel powerful.
 * 4) To escape their own problems.
 * 5) Because they too are being bullied or are insecure.

Researchers have actually found that 25% of kids experience bullying at some point in time. We aren't alone.

These bullies tend to attack people that they think are different, or don't fit the mainstream. This can be due to clothing choice, appearance in general, sexual orientation, race, religion, etc. It is all a way for them to feel like they have power in a time that they feel like they do not have power at all.

Many studies have been conducted on bullies and their past for ideas as to why they do what they do. If you are curious and are looking for more information, check out [|this website, which provides statistics and insight.]

To truly understand why bullies bully, it is necessary to look at their life on the whole. Many bullies come from unsupportive family situations, and their behavior stems from abuse or neglect. In cases less severe than these, a bully can come from a home in which feelings simply aren't adequately expressed.