A new study shows that bullies enjoy seeing other people in pain, while average people do not enjoy watching other people in pain.
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Why is this important? Bullying is a problem, especially because it is not limited to the schoolyard. This type of research may help us understand, and prevent, many types of violence.
Who is involved? Jean Decety, Professor in Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Chicago studied eight male bullies aged 16 to 18 years.
Where is this happening? The University of Chicago.
What can you do? Learn about non-violent conflict resolution. Study science.
