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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

By Robert Sutter


Bullying is one of the worst things that anyone can undergo at a young age, not only in the mental and emotional sense but in terms of physicality as well. It seems like those who are bullied, as they grow older, seem to be more listless and they do not care about life in general as much as others might. However, did you know that bullying stands the chance of leading to cases of inflammation later on in life? I believe that those in Brooklyn pediatrics can cover the matter in detail.

Reuters put forth a report that talked about bullying and how, if done to great lengths, can lead to inflammation in victims. Specifically, these would be cases of low-grade inflammation but even still these details are surprising, especially to those who only understand how bullying can impact one's mind. However, it's important to consider that there are minor physical conditions that can come about as a result of heavy bullying. Conditions along the lines of stomachaches and even dizziness can rise to the surface.

William Copeland, who works within the Duke University of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina, conducted a study that covered how bullying can lead to negative physical conditions later on in life. Early inflammation was focused on, as would be expected, but what stuck out to me was how it could lead to heart disease down the road. This is one of the little-known facts that parents and teachers alike may not give much attention to. However, in order to prevent bullying from having such an effect, they may step in to help.

One of the first steps that medical specialists like Dr. Michael Gabriel can attest to be is on the lookout for early signs of bullying. Some of the most common aspects, in this regards, are cases of lethargy or a sense of quietness that was not present before. Brooklyn pediatrics know that adult figures are vital, regardless of the roles that they have in the lives of children. The fact that parents and teachers alike can be turned to in the most serious of cases shows that kids aren't alone.

It seems like now, more than ever before, we are learning about the long-term effects that bullying can have. To me, it's worth noting the importance of prevention, more so than anything else, so that said effects do not stand a chance of rising to the surface. Children should understand that they do not have to endure bullying in the long term and that there are ways to minimize this. Parents and teachers, on the other hand, should be aware of any changes in behavior that bullied children and students can show.




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