Breaking the Silence on Bullying

University life is one of the most important stages in a student's life, during which awareness is shaped and character is developed. However, the emergence of negative behaviors such as bullying can turn this experience into a psychological burden that hinders creativity and progress. Bullying on campus is not limited to its traditional forms; it also includes verbal abuse, social exclusion, and cyberbullying, all of which are intended to undermine a student's self-confidence and standing among peers. The University Psychological Counseling Department emphasizes that a victim's silence or the indifference of those around them only gives the bully a false sense of power. The real response lies in fostering a culture of the "active bystander," who rejects injustice and supports fellow students, as well as helping affected students recognize that seeking psychological and educational support is a courageous step toward restoring balance, not a sign of weakness. Maintaining a safe university environment is a shared responsibility that begins with individual awareness and is supported by an integrated counseling system that ensures every student has the right to learn in a safe and stable environment, free from psychological pressures that may affect their academic and professional future.

The University Psychological Counseling Department affirms that its doors are always open to listen and provide psychological support with complete confidentiality to everyone who needs it.