Sadness, hopelessness and suicide attempts in bullying: Data from the 2018 Iowa youth survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Bullying in schools is a common problem that can have significant consequences on the mental health of both bullies and victims of bullying. Some estimates suggest that 30% of American youth are bullied. Self-reported incidence of depression, anxiety, and suicide attempts has been correlated with bullying. Victims may also suffer from a variety of somatic complaints such as headache, sleep disorders, and others. Youth surveys undertaken by Education or Public Health Departments in most US states are an underutilized resource in evaluating the problem and any consequences.

Objective

The objective of this study was to explore the association of being involved in bullying either as a victim and/or a bully on mental health and suicide ideation by analyzing data from t

SUBMITTER: Newman KL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9931156 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature