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It is difficult to know precisely how widespread bullying is in any given school. Bullying tends to be a hidden activity, and both bullies and targets are usually reluctant to disclose to adults that it is taking place. The incidence of bullying also can vary greatly from school to school. Research suggests, though, that seven percent or more of students may be bullies and perhaps 10-20 percent may be chronic victims of bullying.

What role should teachers and schools play when dealing with bullies and their targets? Is it there responsibility to stop the bullying? What do you think they should do?
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**Teen Commits Suicide Due to Bullying: Parents Sue School for Son's Death**
//"Parents, William and Janis Mohat of Mentor, Ohio, have filed a lawsuit in federal court, saying that their son endured name-calling, teasing, constant pushing and shoving and hitting in front of school officials who should have protected him..."// [|read this article]

Should schools be legally responsible in bullying conflicts?
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