After successfully reducing bullying in Norwegian schools by half, Olweus (1991) suggested that reducing bullying boils down to

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Olweus found that the most effective way to reduce bullying was through the involvement of adults, such as teachers and parents, in creating a safe and supportive school environment. Punishing bullies and teaching victims to be more assertive can be helpful, but these strategies alone are not enough to create long-term change. Allowing children to outgrow the phase of development where bullying occurs is also not a viable solution, as bullying can have serious and long-lasting consequences for the victims.

After Successfully Reducing Bullying in Norwegian Schools by Half, Olweus