The association between bullying victimization and suicidal ideation among students in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Bullying victimization through cyberbullying, verbal threats, insults, or nicknames, and physically, like stealing or exclusion from the peer group, is a significant challenge for schools and teachers in educational settings. It is a precursor for suicidal ideation and has an adverse effect on students' mental health. Therefore, we performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate the association between bullying victimization and suicidal ideation among students in Africa.

Methods

A thorough search of literature was conducted through international electronic databases to identify relevant studies on the association between bullying victimization and suicidal ideation. Studies published up to October, 2024 were included. The recommended PRISMA guide

SUBMITTER: Bezie AE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12455621 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature