Bullying is a pervasive problem in the United States, causing an outsized impact on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents throughout the country. In October, Elite DNA and countless other organizations recognize Bullying Awareness Month, as part of a widespread approach to bring awareness to the impacts bullying causes and to help schools implement bullying prevention…
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