The essence of the problem of bullying

The problem of bullying in the digital environment of the information society remains relevant. The author analyzes the historical aspects of the development of scientific ideas about bullying. Its main forms are analyzed. The question of the essence of bullying has been studied. According to the results of the study, the author came to the conclusion that the intensity and frequency of bullying manifestations, according to the researchers, are manifested unevenly, but strongly depend on age and hormonal background. Sources of bullying can be not only collectives, but also families of teenagers.