Title: The Behavior and Psychology of Bullies
Media: AiFM "Love After Work, Let's Talk About the World"
Speaker: Lee Li Li, Clinical Psychologist
Date: August 21, 2025 (Thursday), 7:00 p.m.
The Behavior and Psychology of Bullies: From Campus to Society
In recent years, school bullying has frequently become the focus of news, raising public concern. Bullying is not just a single act of violence—it is a chain of harm that often begins with words, then extends into relationships, physical aggression, and even the online world. Step by step, the damage deepens and can leave victims with long-lasting scars.
Clinical Psychologist Lee Li Li points out that to understand bullying, we must look at it from four aspects: the forms of bullying, the causes, the role of the media, and the part played by bystanders.
Common Types of Bullying？
Why Do Bullies Appear?
The Psychology of Bullies
Media's Double Impact
Media reports can raise awareness, but:
The Role of Bystanders
Often overlooked, bystanders are key. Teachers may not always see bullying directly, but peers are the first witnesses. Yet many stay silent out of fear, which only strengthens the bully.
What can be done?
Conclusion
Lee reminds us that many bullies show warning signs before they act—being defiant, refusing to listen, bragging, or putting others down. These are reflections of inner wounds, and early intervention can guide children towards healing.
To reduce bullying, society must focus on:
"Victims need protection, bullies need guidance, and bystanders need empowerment." — Lee Li Li
Media: AiFM "Love After Work, Let's Talk About the World"
Speaker: Lee Li Li, Clinical Psychologist
Date: August 21, 2025 (Thursday), 7:00 p.m.
The Behavior and Psychology of Bullies: From Campus to Society
In recent years, school bullying has frequently become the focus of news, raising public concern. Bullying is not just a single act of violence—it is a chain of harm that often begins with words, then extends into relationships, physical aggression, and even the online world. Step by step, the damage deepens and can leave victims with long-lasting scars.
Clinical Psychologist Lee Li Li points out that to understand bullying, we must look at it from four aspects: the forms of bullying, the causes, the role of the media, and the part played by bystanders.
Common Types of Bullying？
- Verbal bullying: insults, ridicule, spreading rumors.
- Relational bullying: exclusion and isolation.
- Physical bullying: acts of harm carried out away from adults' sight.
- Cyberbullying: online harassment that magnifies harm and pressures victims.
Why Do Bullies Appear?
- Family environment:
chaotic, overly strict, or overly lenient families may all shape bullying behavior. - Wrong beliefs:
children may believe "bullying brings power" or "bullying gains peer recognition." - Social and media influence:
exposure to violence or peer imitation can strengthen these behaviors.
The Psychology of Bullies
- Low self-esteem:
children who are often criticized may put others down to hide their insecurity. - Emotional neglect:
children lacking love and attention may seek attention through conflict or provocation.
Media's Double Impact
Media reports can raise awareness, but:
- For victims: stories of tragedy can increase fear, making them even less willing to speak up.
- For bullies: some may reflect and hold back, but others may learn to bully in more hidden ways.
The Role of Bystanders
Often overlooked, bystanders are key. Teachers may not always see bullying directly, but peers are the first witnesses. Yet many stay silent out of fear, which only strengthens the bully.
What can be done?
- Break the silence.
- Give bystanders courage.
- Create protection so that bystanders can also feel safe.
Conclusion
Lee reminds us that many bullies show warning signs before they act—being defiant, refusing to listen, bragging, or putting others down. These are reflections of inner wounds, and early intervention can guide children towards healing.
To reduce bullying, society must focus on:
- Mental health education: teaching awareness of emotions and anger management.
- Interpersonal education: guiding children to respect others and not ignore "small wrongdoings."
- Life education: teaching the value of life and responsibility before problems appear.
"Victims need protection, bullies need guidance, and bystanders need empowerment." — Lee Li Li
