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Bullying: The Lasting Impact

What would you do if your best friend committed suicide because of bullying? This program focuses on a high-school student who cannot accept the death of his best friend three years ago. Tearfully, he admits, "If I look back now, there were many signs of his asking for help." Bystanders are important in preventing bullying, so why couldn't this boy stand up to his friend's tormentors? This program investigates the reasons behind the boy's reluctance to help, and follows the relationship between the boy and his best friend's father who is attempting to help the boy lessen his feelings of guilt.

English
  • Runtime 50 minutes
  • Production Code 204924
  • Network NHK
  • Created May 12, 2015 by
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