Q&A for How to Make a Guy Stop Bothering You

My first suggestion would be to try politely moving his hands away. You can use a firm grip to show him that you're really not interested. If he continues, I would recommend that you walk away from the area. Try to find a space with more women in it since he'll be less likely to follow and bother you more.

Contact your local police department or call 911 to place a restraining order on this person.

If you are feeling threatened in any way, then you need to call 911, or head to your nearest police station or emergency department. You can place a restraining order on the individual who you suspect is harassing or stalking you.

That is dangerous. Talk immediately to your mom, and if she doesn't care, get help from a counselor or the police. Don't keep your mouth shut.

A mature face to face conversation, with a friend present for support is the only way without creating any conflict. Ask questions, and share your concerns, thoughts, and feelings. It may be difficult or awkward but you have to be direct. There's probably no way to continue the relationship as friends. Cut all ties after the conversation.

If you do not think he is dangerous, be upfront that you are not interested and try to cut off contact with him. However, if you suspect this guy may be dangerous, be polite but do not flirt with him. Consider getting someone else to talk to him.

Tell him that it makes you feel uncomfortable and you are not really interested in him. If he has become a real pest, tell him that if he doesn't stop, you'll alert the authorities.

Tell him that you do not appreciate his behavior toward you. If the problem persists, report him to a teacher or an adult you trust.

Call the police right away and file a restraining order. Take this seriously. After you've filed the report, block him on Instagram, and delete whatever you've posted that reveals your identity (how he found you). Be very careful in the future about posting personal information.

Say I'm not interested in having a relationship with you but we can be friends.

Let him know that you didn’t mean to send mixed signals, but that you aren't interested in talking to him. If he bothers you and won’t stop, then block him or quit talking to him.

Tell him that he's bothering you and ask him to stop. If he continues, ignore him. If you're a kid/teen, tell an adult what's going on, and if you're an adult, consider filing a restraining order.

Be honest with them and tell them that, politely. If they continue bothering you after you've told them, tell an adult, or try some of the tips in the article.

Apologize if need be, but let him know you sent the wrong signal to him and now feel uncomfortable. Stop talking to him. If you know you bothered him first, then move on. Hopefully he’ll take the hint.

Tell him firmly and directly that you want him to stop messaging you (or stop messaging you all the time). If he refuses to do as you ask, block him.

Ask them politely to please give you some space. If they refuse, start avoiding them entirely. If you're a kid/teen, tell an adult.

Tell him directly that you want him to leave you alone and stop following you around or talking to you. If he doesn't stop, tell a teacher, parent, or another trusted adult.

You can't force anyone to stop liking you. If you don't like them, simply sit them down and tell them politely that you're not interested in them romantically. If they're bothering you, tell an adult.

Tell him politely that you're not interested in any kind of relationship with a married man, and that he's making you uncomfortable. If he continues or the situation escalates, threaten to contact his wife.

Just tell him you don't like talking about sex, that you find it uninteresting and tiresome to talk about it. If he insists it's normal or whatever, tell him you don't disagree with his point of view but that you don't want to be the person he talks about this with. As for getting him to stop liking you "like that," remind him you're friends and that's how you continue to see the two of you into the future and that nothing's going to change that because you only see him as a friend.

Politely tell him that you are not interested in continuing conversations. If he doesn't understand, you may need to seek adult help.

Politely tell him that you're uncomfortable with those topics and ask him to stop. If he doesn't listen, be firmer in your request.

Politely tell them you are not interested in a romantic relationship and ask them to leave you alone.

This is serious. If he continues to grope you and your parents don't take action, you should report it to the police immediately.

Politely ask him to respect your feelings and leave you alone. If he doesn't listen, involve a trusted adult.

Online stalking is a crime. You should block the person on any social media or platform you're using. If that doesn't work, contact the police.

Block him from your phone so he can't harass you anymore. If he keeps doing it, contact law enforcement.

If you are committed to your boyfriend, tell the other guy to get lost. If you're not sure your boyfriend is perfect for you, allow yourself to meet other people.

Call the police and block the person from messaging her.

Tell him to leave your sister alone firmly and not to go near her again. She deserves to not be bothered by people, especially a stranger.