Bullying is everyone's problem.

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One in seven children is involved in a bullying/victim relationship--about 15% in every school. "Bullying behavior creates a climate of fear that permeates schools," emphasizes Sally Murphy, a counselor education professor, George Mason University, Fairfax, Va. She says the kids who aren't directly involved are affected, too. "Children have reported not sleeping at night, worried that they might be the next target. Some have gotten physically sick from anxiety. Others have skipped school. Unfortunately, these kids don't believe adults can, or will, help them, so...