LAWRENCE CO. – October marks National Bullying Prevention Month, and local law enforcement and school officials are issuing a united call to action, emphasizing that bullying is a serious community issue that will not be tolerated.

Bullying is Not ‘Just Kids Being Kids’

Authorities stress that bullying is not simply a harmless part of childhood but a harmful behavior with profound and lasting impacts. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, nearly one in five students (19.2%) aged 12-18 reported being bullied nationwide during the 2021-2022 school year. Students who are bullied face an increased risk of issues like depression, anxiety, and decreased academic success, according to the Centers for Disease Control.

Bullying is not just ‘kids being kids,’ according to th

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