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  • Title: School bullying and student trauma: Fear and avoidance associated with victimization.
    Author: Vidourek RA, King KA, Merianos AL.
    Journal: J Prev Interv Community; 2016; 44(2):121-9. PubMed ID: 26939842.
    Abstract:
    Bullying is a significant problem in U.S. schools. The purpose of the present study is to examine the impact student bullying has on avoidance behaviors and fear at school among youth nationwide. Data from the School Crime and Safety Survey was analyzed. Participants included 5,784 U.S. students in grades 5 through 12. Almost one-third of students reported being bullied in the past year. Females, junior high school students, and public school students were significantly more likely to report being bullied than their counterparts. Students who were bullied were significantly more likely than students who had not been bullied to report fear and avoidance. Prevention and intervention programs are needed to reduce bullying and negative consequences associated with the behavior.
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