Bullying: Article Analysis

Bullying has been a constant problem in school systems for many years. While it’s form has changed it’s harmful abilities has not. There are many articles and opinions about what bullying is and how to fight it. Some believe it to be physical, others consider it to be more than that. In the end bullying is still inherently subjective. I read two articles that gave their own input in addition to their experiences with bullying. They had varying viewpoints on the issue, however they both gave unique information on it.

Obviously both articles wished to end the virus that is bullying, but they have two different ways of addressing the stigmatizing topic. The first article, by Stephanie Shelton, takes a more opinionated viewpoint on how to stop bullying. The second article, by Natalia Jara, Jose Casas, and Rosario Ortega-Ruiz, focuses more on what is bullying and what causes it. The second article also takes a very scientific approach, while Ms. Shelton’s article is heavily based in emotions and societal issues. One more variance between the two articles is the specificity of the reasons for bullying. While Ms. Shelton’s article focuses solely on differences and societal issues being the main causes of problems for those bullied, the second article has a broader outlook on the problem. Touching on various possibilities for why it is such a dilemma. …show more content…
Both focus on morals when considering why bullying is done. Though they have different approaches towards this they are essentially the same. The two articles also explain how being divergent from the norm can make one a target for harassment, especially around adolescent years. Another similarity is that bullying is something built into society and life, but it still must be addressed. Even though children are cruel it should not be blown off as