With "blackout bullying" day upon us, it is time to take bullying seriously. This epidemic has led to numerous suicides and a rise in depression amongst teenagers, adults and even small children. Without punishment, bullying will continue to effect the lives of millions every day. Bullying and discrimination are what leads a nation to outcast someone because of the way they look or act. Sounds familiar right? Bullying must be stopped in its mildest forms before it leads to a type of disaster families have to deal with too often.