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Exploring Gender Differences in Bystander Behavior and Mental Health Outcomes in School Bullying

Exploring Gender Differences in Bystander Behavior and Mental Health Outcomes in School Bullying

Introduction

Bullying remains a pervasive issue in schools, affecting not only the victims but also those who witness these events. The recent study titled "The Association between Internalizing Symptoms and Witnessing School Bullying and Defending Behavior: An Analysis of Gender Differences among Elementary and Middle School Students" provides critical insights into the psychological impact on bystanders and highlights gender-specific responses to bullying situations.

Understanding the Study

This research involved 126 students from elementary and middle schools, focusing on the association between internalizing symptoms such as depression and social anxiety, and the experience of witnessing bullying. The study also explored how these associations vary between male and female students.

Key Findings

Implications for Practitioners

Practitioners working in schools should consider the following strategies to enhance bullying prevention programs:

Encouraging Further Research

While this study provides valuable insights, it also highlights the need for further research. Future studies should consider larger and more diverse samples to enhance the generalizability of findings. Longitudinal studies could also provide deeper insights into the causal relationships between witnessing bullying and internalizing symptoms.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: The Association between Internalizing Symptoms and Witnessing School Bullying and Defending Behavior: An Analysis of Gender Differences among Elementary and Middle School Students.


Citation: Doumas, D. M., Midgett, A., Peck, M., & Waseem, M. (2023). The association between internalizing symptoms and witnessing school bullying and defending behavior: An analysis of gender differences among elementary and middle school students. Children (Basel), 10(7), 1199. https://doi.org/10.3390/children10071199
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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