Bullying has been a persistent issue affecting many individuals, especially children and teenagers. It can cause long-lasting psychological harm and even lead to physical violence.

It is important to be aware that bullying can happen to any child, regardless of their background or circumstances. It's important to stay informed and vigilant about your child's experiences and to provide a safe and supportive environment for them, both at home and at school.

Bullying is a major concern for children, both in schools and in their communities. This type of behavior can have serious, long-lasting effects on a child's self-esteem, mental health, and overall well-being.

Bullying has become an epidemic in recent years. Yes, there have always been bullies, and yes, those bullies have always caused serious and lasting damage to their victims; however, bullying in the 21st century has changed – and not for the better.

All the time, I ask parents if their child has to deal with bullies at school. The truth is, as parents, we usually don’t know. It’s awkward for our kids to tell us and it’s awkward for us to ask about it.

Martial arts training leads to a number of benefits for children, including a boost in confidence and self-esteem and teaches kids to take non-violent approaches to confronting bullies.

Overnight we learned how to start using the Zoom platform and app, and we started delivering our karate classes in the virtual form,” Adam Spicar, the chief instructor at Reveal, says.

But things at Reveal had to change quickly after the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus a pandemic March 11.

From the increasingly young age at which girls are made to feel self-conscious about their bodies, to concerns about risks of assault, martial arts offers a solution to many of the problems young girls face.