Kuala Lampur, May 27 -- Bullying often stems from imbalances in status, influence, and power.

In schools, every space, whether it is the science lab during group projects or the basketball court during recess, becomes a social battleground.

Peer hierarchies shape not only how students are treated but also how they treat others.

In such a harsh and unforgiving environment, kindness and courage alone may not always be enough.

Sometimes, what students need to survive is leverage.

In simple terms, leverage refers to the value a person brings to others, which gives them an advantage in certain situations to achieve their goals.

In a school setting, leverage can take many forms, such as being smart, wealthy, or even physically attractive....