School Bullying during Childhood and Adolescence: 2nd Edition

A special issue of Children (ISSN 2227-9067). This special issue belongs to the section "Global Pediatric Health".

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Dear Colleagues,

Bullying is a complex public health issue in the United States, which is often recognized. It is abnormal behavior with numerous negative short- and long-term behavioral and health implications. Many children suffer from this form of aggression daily. It often occurs simultaneously across many locations, well beyond the school campus. It is essential to inquire about potential bullying exposure in every setting in which bullying can take place. Often, these children present with nonspecific symptoms and may not disclose bullying exposure. Therefore, using tools such as rapid screening for bullying, evaluation for injuries and mental health assessments to recognize bullying is imperative. We can stop and prevent this serious offense when we screen and identify bullying promptly. The development of validated instruments can assist in promptly identifying bullying exposure. Ambulatory pediatric services should screen children for bullying and develop interventions if bullying exposure is identified.

Dr. Muhammad Waseem
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  • bullying interventions
  • bullying screening
  • bullying instruments
  • children

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Influence of Unperceived Victimization on Adolescent Well-Being
by Elisa Larrañaga, Maria Carmen Cabrera and Santiago Yubero
Children 2024, 11(10), 1183; https://doi.org/10.3390/children11101183 - 27 Sep 2024
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Background: Bullying has been shown to have negative consequences on the health and well-being of adolescents. Some students may experience various bullying behaviors and not consider themselves victims, finding themselves in a situation of unperceived mistreatment. Few studies have focused on the relationship [...] Read more.
Background: Bullying has been shown to have negative consequences on the health and well-being of adolescents. Some students may experience various bullying behaviors and not consider themselves victims, finding themselves in a situation of unperceived mistreatment. Few studies have focused on the relationship between self-reported victimization behaviors and self-identification as a victim. Our objective is to determine the prevalence of unperceived victimization and analyze its relationship with adolescent distress. Methods: A total of 964 adolescents aged between 12 and 19 years participated. Standardized instruments were used to assess psychological distress, bullying in the last month and previous years, perception of victimization, and resilience. Results: More than 20% of adolescents are in a situation of unperceived victimization, not recognizing themselves as victims despite reporting bullying behaviors. Among girls and middle adolescence, perceiving oneself as a victim increases the likelihood of feeling distress. The likelihood of experiencing distress increases with previous victimization and decreases with high resilience. Conclusions: Mental health professionals should consider bullying as a factor of distress in adolescence. It is essential to refer adolescent victims of bullying to specialized mental health resources to adequately address their well-being and increase resilience as a protective factor. Full article
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Impact of Cyberbullying on Academic Performance and Psychosocial Well-Being of Italian Students
by Antonio Ragusa, Sandra Núñez-Rodríguez, Paulo Vaz, José Silva, Virginia Caliciotti, Jerónimo J. González-Bernal, Alfonso J. López-Rivero, Ema Petrillo, Manuela Gatto, Ana Isabel Obregón-Cuesta and Josefa González-Santos
Children 2024, 11(8), 943; https://doi.org/10.3390/children11080943 - 5 Aug 2024
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Cyberbullying is a growing problem in the Italian educational sector, with a prevalence of 17%. This study analyzes its impact on the psychosocial well-being and academic performance of Italian adolescents. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 502 students from six schools in [...] Read more.
Cyberbullying is a growing problem in the Italian educational sector, with a prevalence of 17%. This study analyzes its impact on the psychosocial well-being and academic performance of Italian adolescents. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 502 students from six schools in different Italian regions, using the European Cyberbullying Intervention Project Questionnaire (ECIPQ) to assess cyberbullying, in addition to collecting data on satisfaction, friends, and academic performance. Chi-square and ANOVA analyses were conducted to identify significant associations between the variables. Results: The analyses showed significant associations between cyberbullying and gender and in psychosocial well-being, with significant differences in personal satisfaction and body satisfaction. On the other hand, there were no significant differences in academic performance or in the ability to make new friends, although victims showed a significantly lower ability to make new friends compared to those who were neither victims nor aggressors. Conclusions: Cyberbullying has a significant impact on students’ psychosocial well-being, especially on personal satisfaction and school happiness, making it essential to implement interventions that promote safe school environments to mitigate these negative effects. Full article
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Do Hormone Levels Influence Bullying during Childhood and Adolescence? A Systematic Review of the Literature
by Izaro Babarro, Ane Arregi, Ainara Andiarena, Nerea Lertxundi, Oscar Vegas and Jesus Ibarluzea
Children 2024, 11(2), 241; https://doi.org/10.3390/children11020241 - 14 Feb 2024
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(1) Background: Bullying is one of the most common forms of aggressive behavior during childhood and adolescence. Some decades ago, researchers began exploring the basis of peer victimization from a biological perspective. Specifically, the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) and Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) axes have been studied [...] Read more.
(1) Background: Bullying is one of the most common forms of aggressive behavior during childhood and adolescence. Some decades ago, researchers began exploring the basis of peer victimization from a biological perspective. Specifically, the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) and Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) axes have been studied in relation to status-relevant behaviors, such as bullying. (2) Methods: We conducted a systematic review following the PRISMA guide and registered the review protocol at PROSPERO (CRD42023494738). We searched for relevant studies in PubMed, Psycinfo, Scopus, and Web of Science, and assessed them using the Robins E-tool. (3) Results: Our search yielded 152 studies, of which 33 were included in the review. These studies explored the association between testosterone and cortisol levels with bullying behavior, finding diverse results. Most of the studies were rated as having a low risk of bias. (4) Conclusions: This study not only enhances our understanding of bullying, but also provides guidance for the development of prevention and management programs for it. In the future, researchers should continue exploring the joint effects of different hormones on the HPA and HPG axis, using a broader set of biomarkers. Full article
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