It's time to #CutTheBull
One-in-four students in the U.S., and one-in-three teens in Canada, report being bullied. Those numbers can be two to three times higher for kids with visible scars or disabilities, according to the National Center for Education.
Studies also show that most bullying is never reported and can lead to depression, anxiety, poor academic performance, and even suicide.
Many Shriners Hospitals for Children patients have visible scars or disabilities, making bullying an unfortunately common problem among the children and teens we see. That is why we have joined the fight to stop bullying with our #CutTheBull campaign.
We have invited patients who have faced bullying to tell their stories in the hopes that they will inspire others to #CutTheBull and #SeeTheAbility. Join us and #CutTheBull too!