Behavioral Sciences, Volume 16, Issue 6
2026 June - 207 articles
Cover Story: Social anxiety and peer victimisation are critical childhood difficulties that can interact and lead to significant impairments in life. Support from a close friend, on the other hand, can be a vital protective factor. This study analysed data from almost 8000 Australian students in grades 3 and 4, who were assessed on three occasions over two years. Social anxiety and peer victimisation showed bi-directional relationships, although there was stronger prediction from anxiety to victimisation. Social support from a friend was less consistently related, although it was predicted by both social anxiety and victimisation. These findings highlight the close inter-relationship between social anxiety and peer victimisation, and point to some possible directions for early intervention. View this paper
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