Teasing crosses the line into bullying when it becomes intentional, repetitive, and potentially harmful behavior that targets an individual or group with the intent to cause hurt or harm. Name-calling can be a form of bullying if it is used to degrade, insult, or belittle someone repeatedly and with the intention of causing emotional distress. In general, any type of teasing or name-calling that causes harm, distress, or fear to the person being targeted can be considered bullying.
