Educational Psychology: Bullying in Schools
44 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What percentage of peer interventions were successful in stopping bullying?

75%

How do the aggression themes differ between males and females in bullying contexts?

Males focus on physical dominance, leading to physical bullying, while females aim for close connections, resulting in relational bullying.

List the five roles commonly observed in bullying scenarios.

Bully, Assistant, Reinforcer, Defender, Outsider, Victim.

What is an assertive response to bullying, and why is it considered successful?

<p>An assertive response involves calmly refusing to comply with the bully's demands, which helps to stop reinforcing the bullying behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain what is meant by a 'passive constructive' response to bullying.

<p>A passive constructive response involves exiting quickly from the bullying situation and seeking support from peers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the long-term effects of bullying on emotional wellbeing?

<p>Bullying can lead to long-lasting anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does bullying potentially affect school dropout rates?

<p>Persistently bullied individuals are more likely to drop out of school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the bully-victim cycle, and what implications does it have?

<p>The bully-victim cycle suggests that bullies may also experience psychological issues, leading to a repeated pattern of bullying and victimization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What implications might bullying have for future life chances?

<p>Bullying can negatively impact educational attainment, social engagement, and overall quality of life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does generational continuity manifest among individuals labeled as bullies?

<p>Men who were bullies in school are more likely to have children who display aggressive behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some potential repercussions of low psychological wellbeing as a result of bullying?

<p>Low psychological wellbeing can lead to poor social adjustment and increased psychological distress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the case of Steven Shepard in the context of bullying?

<p>Steven Shepard is noted as Britain's first recorded 'bullycide', highlighting the severe consequences of bullying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider updated research in the study of bullying?

<p>Updated research can provide new insights into the effects of bullying and the effectiveness of preventative measures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key elements that distinguish bullying from other forms of aggressive behavior?

<p>Bullying involves an imbalance of power, intentional actions, and repeated behavior over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the context in which bullying occurs influence its prevalence?

<p>The context, such as schools, can influence bullying; removing this context, like changing schools, can reduce or stop the behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What forms of bullying are more commonly associated with boys compared to girls?

<p>Boys are more likely to engage in direct physical bullying, while girls tend to display more verbal and indirect relational bullying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes cyberbullying as a form of bullying?

<p>Cyberbullying involves repeated acts of aggression through electronic communication, making it faceless and persistent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to studies, which form of bullying is reported to be more prevalent among students?

<p>Verbal and relational forms of bullying occur more often than physical bullying among students.</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which school year does the peak in physical bullying typically occur?

<p>The peak in physical bullying typically occurs around year 7, coinciding with the entry into secondary school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What shift occurs in bullying behavior as children transition into adulthood?

<p>As children transition into adulthood, physical bullying tends to dissipate while verbal and relational bullying become more prevalent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does technology play in the dynamics of adolescent bullying?

<p>Technology allows for persistent and faceless harassment, making it harder for victims to escape bullying, especially for those with constant access to devices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is hostile attribution bias and how does it influence bullying behavior?

<p>Hostile attribution bias is the tendency to interpret others' actions as having hostile intent, which can lead to misjudgments and aggressive responses from bullies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might victimization theory explain a child's reaction to an accidental injury?

<p>Victimization theory suggests that children may perceive an accidental injury, like being hit with a ball, as intentional, which can lead them to retaliate defensively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what developmental stage does theory of mind typically start to develop, and why is it important?

<p>Theory of mind usually develops around the age of 3, allowing children to distinguish between reality and imagination, which is crucial for social interactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Sutton et al. (1999), what is suggested about the cognitive skills of bullies compared to their victims?

<p>Sutton et al. suggest that bullies may have higher socio-cognitive reasoning skills, indicating that it is often the victims who lack these skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do negative thinking styles play in the social processing deficits of victims of bullying?

<p>Negative thinking styles can lead to hostile attribution errors, which impair victims' social problem-solving abilities and may contribute to repeated victimization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of individuals affected by traditional bullying also experience cyberbullying?

<p>About 1/3 of those affected by traditional bullying also experience cyberbullying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do rates of depression compare between individuals affected solely by cyberbullying and those by traditional bullying?

<p>Those affected only by cyberbullying have higher rates of depression than those affected by traditional bullying alone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Anderson et al. (2018), what percentage of teenagers had constant access to smartphones?

<p>95% of teens aged 13-17 had constant access to smartphones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factors contribute to the increase in cyberbullying as noted by Hamm et al. (2015)?

<p>An increase in internet use is associated with increased frequency of cyberbullying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the primary psychological aspects of bullying, according to the cognitive deficits theory?

<p>Cognitive deficits and a lack of empathy are considered key psychological aspects of bullying.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contextual factors does Ecological Systems Theory suggest influence bullying behavior?

<p>Ecological Systems Theory suggests that different contexts, such as experiencing violence at home, influence bullying behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant gender differences exist in experiences of bullying based on the longitudinal study in England?

<p>Females experience more overall, relational, and cyberbullying than males, who experience less bullying in most sectors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is relational aggression and how is it characterized among females according to Crick and Grotpeter (1995)?

<p>Relational aggression is characterized by females as a non-physical means to hurt others through reputational damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do parents play in fostering prosocial behaviors in children?

<p>Parents should be taught effective intervention techniques to socialize their children into prosocial behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does homophily impact peer group formation among children?

<p>Homophily leads children to form peer groups with similar characteristics, reinforcing self-concepts within those groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain how peer groups influence bullying behaviors during late childhood and adolescence.

<p>Students tend to adopt bullying behaviors if they associate with peers who bully, influenced by normative social influence and imitation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is attraction theory, and how does it relate to bullying?

<p>Attraction theory suggests that bullying is perceived as popular due to traits like aggression and dominance, appealing to adolescents seeking independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the concept of dominance theory in relation to bullying among peers.

<p>Dominance theory posits that bullying is a means of achieving social hierarchy, especially as children transition into secondary school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Summarize the findings of Bukowski et al. (2000) regarding aggression and peer perception.

<p>Bukowski et al. found that aggression became more attractive to both genders as they started secondary school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'bystander effect' in the context of playground bullying?

<p>The bystander effect refers to peers passively observing bullying rather than intervening, with a significant percentage reinforcing bullying behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do social environmental factors impact the perception of aggression among peers?

<p>Social environments shape how aggression is viewed, with aggression often becoming less negatively perceived during adolescence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does hierarchical linear modeling play in understanding peer influence on bullying?

<p>Hierarchical linear modeling helps determine how peer influence affects bullying, showing that peers significantly shape aggressive behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways do peer culture and social goals intersect with bullying dynamics?

<p>Peer culture influences bullying dynamics through individual social goals and the behaviors of the group, affecting overall group behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Educational Psychology: Bullying in Schools

  • Bullying is a significant issue with long-lasting effects across ages and systems
  • Definitions of bullying vary, but it involves intentional acts of aggression
  • Prevalence of bullying is present across various ages
  • Bullying can have a strong impact on both adults and children's emotional wellbeing
  • Bullying can lead to decreased school performance and drop-out rates; also social engagement and learning; impacting on future life opportunities
  • Bullying has long-lasting effects leading to antisocial and violent behaviors
  • Being a bully also increases the risk of experiencing mental health problems
  • Psychological distress, anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts are all potential outcomes
  • Boys who bully often have children who display aggressive actions as revealed in longitudinal studies
  • Bullying is a systemic issue that needs to be tackled through social contexts
  • Long-term consequences of bullying can persist beyond school years
  • The prevalence of cyberbullying is increasing, and can have significant effects
  • Physical bullying is less prevalent than verbal or relational bullying in school
  • Awareness is key, and schools should take appropriate measures to prevent it
  • Schools should implement policies that address bullying behavior immediately
  • Schools should support students who are being bullied
  • Children are exposed to enormous amounts of time in school: impacting their chances and future if not looked after properly
  • Early intervention measures are critical to preventing long-term psychological damage

Bullying Forms and Prevalence

  • Bullying manifests through different forms, including physical, verbal, and relational types
  • Cyberbullying is a modern form of bullying using technology
  • Observed gender differences in bullying behaviour: boys are more likely to engage in physical bullying, while girls are more prone to relational bullying
  • Increased access to social media and mobile devices has expanded the reach of cyberbullying.
  • This has increased depression among young people

Theories and Research on Bullying

  • Existing research shows that interventions for bullying that are focused on social-cognitive interventions have improved outcomes for bullied students
  • Information processing model, (e.g. Crick and Dodge, 1994): bullying is a dynamic issue that involves more than just the individual
  • Ecological and systems theories explore how social environments and peer cultures influence bullying behaviour, and also how individuals may be more susceptible given their developmental levels
  • This model can be used to look at patterns of social relating amongst individuals and groups.
  • Peer group dynamics and social interaction patterns play a significant role in maintaining or stopping bullying situations.
  • Victims may be targeted in bully-victims cycles to the detriment of their well-being and education.
  • Some bullies might experience psychological vulnerabilities which are crucial to understand
  • The social environment is a critical factor in understanding and managing bullying behaviours
  • Bullying is also viewed as a complex social phenomenon heavily influenced by power dynamics.

Interventions and Prevention

  • Early intervention is critical to preventing long-term psychological impact
  • Schools should have detailed strategies for dealing with bullying and support victims, especially in the secondary stage when bullying patterns change
  • Educational strategies can include social skill training and better information processing skills for bullied students
  • Interventions that focus on awareness, prevention and bystander intervention can be crucial components of a school's anti-bullying program.
  • There needs to be significant consideration of the social context
  • Parents and caregivers should also be involved in conversations about bullying.
  • Understanding the reasons why students bully is key to effective intervention

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

Related Documents

Educational Psychology: Understanding Bullying in Educational Systems Notes PDF

Description

This quiz explores the critical issue of bullying in educational settings, examining its definitions, prevalence, and long-lasting effects on emotional wellbeing. Participants will learn about the impact of bullying on academic performance, social engagement, and future life opportunities for both victims and aggressors. The quiz emphasizes the need for systemic approaches to address this pervasive problem.

More Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Open
Browser
Browser