I know that it won't work for everybody, but I found a way round the bullies in my Youth.

I was always the smaller "different" person which made me an obvious target.

I tried to use whatever intellect I have/had and just ignored (as far as possible) what they said/did, on the basis that I could put up with it longer than they would get "fun" out of it.

Telling myself that it was them with the problem not me was what I felt was the answer. Maybe I have enough inner strength that got me through the problem but it will be harder for people who are more sensitive I'm sure.

Dave