This document discusses social bullying through rumors and gossip. It defines rumors as unverified information and gossip as revealing private or sensational details about others. Rumors and gossip often start innocently but can spread quickly from person to person, changing and becoming exaggerated in the retelling. While sometimes true, rumors and gossip are just as likely to be partially true or completely made up. Spreading rumors and gossip can hurt people, damage trust, and is a form of social exclusion. The document provides tips for stopping the spread of rumors, including not participating, getting facts before judging, and talking to a trusted adult.