I completely agree with what you said EmWell. I have too seen it. People getting fixated and slandering based on half the story. I'd expect adults to act more accordingly and seek explanation that jumping straight into accusation.

This is just me thought. I have been bullied in the past. I have overcome it. I'm a stronger person due to those that made me miserable. But not everyone is as strong, and some people hide from bullying scenarios. That is how they deal with it. But its strange how an individual hiding as an act of self care will be perceived as "bullying" by another.