Bullying and mental health: Trauma Informed Approach - Why People Take Martial Arts for the Wrong Reasons In this episode, we discuss what bullying is, how it impacts the victims and bully (trauma). How trauma informed martial arts can help. And, we take a little look at why some may take martial arts training for the wrong reasons and how teachers can try to recognize this. Bullying can have a significant negative impact on mental health, both for the victim and the perpetrator. Here's a summary of the effects: Victims of bullying are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and social isolation. They may also have trouble sleeping, eating, and concentrating in school. In severe cases, bullying can even lead to self-harm or suicidal thoughts. Perpetrators of bullying are also at risk for mental health problems. They may be more likely to engage in risky behaviors, such as substance abuse, and have difficulty forming healthy relationships. Bullying isn't just a one-way street for mental health. While it certainly takes a toll on those being bullied, there's also a connection between bullying and the mental health of the bully themselves. Here is the full name of the book that we mention in this episode: The Dark Triad of Personality: Narcissism, Machiavellianism, and Psychopathy in Everyday Life