Why do people think bullying others is funny?

Question

It is not funny! I suffer with Anxiety and Depression because of people like that. It has ruined my life. It is the reason why I cut myself off from socialising and having friends. The only kind of socialising I do is on Yahoo! Answers, which is becoming difficult due to the troll problems on here, which has made me leave on several occasions. But, I have decided to stay this time. I need to socialise with people, and as Yahoo! Answers is the only place where I can do that, I’ve decided to say to myself, stuff the trolls on here, they’re not worth me getting stressed, or worked up.

Answer 1

I'm sorry you have anxiety and depression, I can empathise with that. I'm also virtually house bound because my child is terminally ill and I have to provide round the clock care, either that or have her in a hospice which is quite a distance away and would be a long journey to get to her.
And this last week on here my life has been made hell by a few members. They've written posts about 'fiddling' with my child, that question was removed, but some of the answers were just as bad. It's one thing to bully me but to drag my child into it shows the level to which they will sink to find entertainment for themselves. Someone has cloned my ID and has sent e-mails to other members which has caused people to block me. I actually have a code I add to my mails which that person wouldn't know about, but it doesn't make a difference, the bullies have their minds made up and they won't want to lose face by considering they might have got it wrong, where's the fun in that for them?
I agree with the answer that said they do it to make themselves feel superior, and those that join in do it to protect themselves, if they're 'with' the bully then they grant themselves protection.
This was a place I came to 'socialise', I could pop in and out while my daughter was sleeping and at least feel I had a form of contact with the world, but it's becoming too difficult because even though I can avoid the categories where they're writing their hilarious 'questions' it's the fact that I know it's ongoing and that while people support me quietly through e-mails, very few will add their support on the board incase they're next.
Don't give up, yahoo answers should be a place for anyone, and if you want to participate then you have that right
And I wish you good luck in beating that depression and anxiety

Answer 2

I agree with you, it's not funny . I've never been bullied before, nor was i ever a bully, but i'll try my best to explain.

People think it's funny because human nature is predominantly aggresive. Everyone has both a good and bad side to themselves. It's the bad side that causes humans to enjoy seeing each other in pain, whether physical or emotional. Most of the time, it's just to degrade another person and make the bully feel powerful, or in control of things happening around him/her, especially when he/she is doing poorly in areas like academics or co-curricular activities, or even if the bully has a poor family background. Bullying could also be a way of releasing stress, though it's a negative way (obviously), and the bully feels a sense of accomplishment, by making others suffer like he/she does. If in groups, then it's likely to be peer pressure, or to make others think the bully is "funny" or "cool". This is all just in the mind of a bully, however.

I hope this helps, and, by the way, you should really get help about your condition. It's not a good idea to shy away from the world, especially from people that really can and want to help you. First, start with your family, they can help you the most, since you say you don't have friends. Professionals are okay too, though i doubt you'd be willing to fork out the green just yet. Remember, it's important that you express yourself honestly, otherwise, your problem might never be solved.

Answer 3

you're right, bullying is not funny. bullies are often Insecure, low self esteemed and fear based people. As someone else mentioned, they bully others to make them feel better about themselves. It's like people that make jokes at other's expense.
It's sad that bullies exist. It is the reason that Columbine and other school shootings occur.
Try not to disconnect from life because of the actions of others. There are some incredible people out there. If needed, get some professional help in dealing with your anxiety and depression. Both are very treatable.

Answer 4

Hi, Trev. I think you will find that any bullies on here are the ones with nothing better to do with their time. There's been a hell of a lot of abuse flying about here in the last week and the general consensus is that it has been ID high-jackers causing it. I won't say "mischief" because people have been hurt by this. Unfortunately posing a question like yours will automatically make you a target for these morons (can't call them people or animals). So while I admire the fact that you're on here to socialise I think you should maybe change your name for future posts - that way you can avoid the d*ckheads. This may sound extreme but I think it would be better for you - you'll get peace to post 'til your heart's content with only the occasional moron to annoy you. But you'll be well-backed up regardless of who you decide to become. That I can guarantee!!

Answer 5

thats a little TMI ...... (and i never understood cutting; i can rationally understand why people would want to kill themselves, but never understood cutting).

I'm supposing the answer is, people bully others because it makes them feel good about themselves. Its the same reason that people mock others' struggles and such. In reality those people (the mockers) have a very low self-esteem, and are concerned with 'fitting in' and 'looking good' to other people; they find the easiest targets of people to bully and push around (those that they feel are pushovers and wont fight back) because it relieves their own feelings of self-worthlessness, and it makes them feel good that other people accept them when they pick on others less fortunate.
Bullys are just very immature, very sad little people. And i wouldnt worry your head about it anymore. Dont let their nonesense pull you down. You need to realise that all their bullying is just a cry for attention. Tell them to grow up and be done with it.
Perhaps ignore it as, if youre not feeding into it and reacting, its less fun for them. Soon enough, they'll find someone else to pick on, as those kind of useless individuals cannot function without someone to torture.
Sorry for your situation. Good Luck with it.

Answer 6

Hi! bullying has seriously affected my life I was bullied firstly at school and didn't stop until I finished work to have my children as a result I have no trust in ANYBODY I am extremely paranoid that the friends I do make talk about me behind my back and therefore I feel very isolated at times. On a positive, as I have no trust in anyone I am very independant and feel i

Answer 7

Hi Trev, Thats why I like animals they have rules which I am afraid some of the human race has forgotten. People who bully others in men, if you can call them that, suffer from the small di.. syndrome by bullying others it helps them to feel all powerful however they can only do this when in a pack, tooled up or picking on someone who is smaller or out numbered. Women that bully feel inferior and think they can only control the situation by fear...... The only thing that is quaranteed is that someone will come along bigger and stronger and they will get their just deserts. NOW as to you locking yourself away why! you are letting them win by doing that I know it is quiet frightening when you see the news as to gun crime but are we going to end up with metal cladding on our windows and doors and isolated inside. Yes there are at times people on yahoo that act like ****..... but that is because they havn't got anything interesting to say and they havn't grown up yet....I was born in London many years ago and it was suppose to be full of crime etc...Well I say bring back the Krays and Richardson and get some respect back into our communities because they would not have allowed the abuse to escalate as it is now and yes everyone reading this will be jumping up and down saying Oh no they were thugs, murderers etc. Well all I will say to that if you didn't step on their business they didn't step on YOU......yes they controlled areas but they also looked after their own...who is doing that now, police,courts I don't think so......When it comes to a girl of 17 assisting with the murder of a person and getting 10yrs out in 5 with good behaviour forget it. See all these little punks with guns I wish someone like crocodile dundee would pull out an auto and say No this is a gun lol. Anyway after that rant live your life and enjoy it you only have one......

Answer 8

Bullies are deeply insecure people who are looking to impress their friends by being mean to someone else. They often feel inferior to many people and the only way they can think of feeling superior is to bully someone, particularly someone they know is superior to them by being a nicer person, having more friends, being clever, being attractive or having something others think is cool.

Bullies are usually less intelligent than most people and less attractive. They are very often jealous so please don't worry about them, you have more good qualities than they do. They may make you feel like crap but that's only because you're nicer/better than they are.

Answer 9

Because these people are pathetic morons who thrive on other peoples misey.

Plain and simple.

I was bullied by a couple of people at school, not anymore in adult life but to an extent, but you know how to handle bullies better when you come across them in adult life, usually by looking at them and giving them a mouthfull back of an intelligent answer.

Bullies are simple people basically they cant think properly in my view.

But its good in a way, because bullies know there just that, and they know what they are, and they have to live with that, until one day, they pick on the wrong person, and they get trashed good and proper.

Answer 10

they are just sad individuals who are either bored with their own dreary lives or they bully others to hide their own insecurities..either way they are not worth a second thought as that's what they want..to know that they got a reaction.am sorry to hear of all your troubles in life due to bullying but you shouldnt let these sad people take your life from you..there are plenty of good people out there,you just have to go out and find them,ignore the bullies.when you are having a far richer life with true friends,you will see the bullies for what they really are..sad,lonely people who rely on acting the way they do to get attention..good luck..