2 stars. Ehhh, this might've been a mistake. Reading the manga doesn't have the same emotional impact as I expected. There is a really terrible scene where pretty much the entire student body is bullying these two kids. It's a horrifying sight, and yet it gets looked over and treated like nothing. No one seems to have any reaction to it, which is really unsettling. This whole volume just rubbed me the wrong way. And damn Tsukushi's parents! What a couple of dimwits they are. I'm going to read on because I know how it wraps up in the end, but it's definitely making me feel a little bit different towards this series. I'm not sure how I feel about that. Maybe it's a sign that the story is evolving in a way that I wasn't quite prepared for. Or maybe it's just that my initial expectations were too high. Either way, I'm still curious to see how it all plays out.
Was bullying that intense before?
Bullying has always been a concerning issue, but the question remains: was it as intense in the past as it is today? In the past, there were fewer means of communication and less awareness of the problem. However, that does not necessarily mean that bullying was less intense.
Before the digital age, bullying mainly occurred in person, such as in schools or neighborhoods. Victims had limited options for seeking help and support. They often had to endure the abuse alone, which could have had a significant impact on their mental and emotional well-being.
Today, with the advent of social media and the internet, bullying has taken on a new dimension. Cyberbullying allows bullies to reach their victims anytime, anywhere, and the effects can be even more devastating. The anonymity provided by the internet also makes it easier for bullies to act without fear of consequences.
In conclusion, while the nature of bullying may have changed over time, its intensity cannot be ignored. We need to continue to raise awareness about this issue and take steps to prevent and address bullying in all its forms.