The school nurse recognizes that students who are targeted for repeated harassment and bullying may exhibit what? (Select all that apply.)
a. Skip school
b. Attempt suicide
c. Bring weapons to school
d. Attend extracurricular activities
e. Report symptoms of depression
ANS: A, B, C, E
Students targeted for repeated teasing and harassment are more likely to skip school, to report symptoms of depression, and to attempt suicide. Equally troubling, teens who are regularly harassed or bullied are also more likely to bring weapons to school to feel safe. Students who are bullied do not want to attend extracurricular activities.
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