This factsheet describes bullying as a wide range of harmful behaviours — from overt abuse, intimidation, ridicule, humiliation or violence to more subtle actions like social isolation, exclusion, or unreasonable demands. It clarifies that bullying can occur in many settings — at work, at school, in social situations, services, housing, or when interacting with government — and not only in face-to-face contexts, but also via text, email or social media. The fact sheet also explains that when bullying is based on a person's protected attribute (such as sex, age, race, disability, religion, sexuality, gender identity, family status, etc.), it can amount to unlawful discrimination — in which case complaints may be made under anti-discrimination laws.