Programs
What is verbal bullying?
DEFINITION
Words or remarks that are generally deliberate and repetitive and have the effect of hurting, humiliating, or controlling another person. They may be delivered in a subtle way or in a very direct way.
This may include insults, shouting, accusations, blame, threats, ridicule, disparaging or discriminatory remarks, sexist jokes or comments, and remarks or insults of a sexual nature.
Bullying of the elderly is a real problem. People perceived as different (e.g., the 10% of seniors who are homosexual or transgender) are often the prime targets.
Julien Rougerie, Program Manager, Fondation Émergence
