A new study found that students in ethnically diverse middle schools report better self-reported well-being and views on race, particularly when exposed to different ethnic groups in their academic classes. The researchers emphasized the importance of class placement to reap the social benefits of school diversity.
The USPSTF recommends screening for obesity in children and adolescents 6 years old and older, offering comprehensive behavioral interventions to promote weight improvements. This recommendation is based on moderate certainty, as screening can lead to small harms but also improve weight status with moderate net benefits.
Middle school students from diverse backgrounds report feeling safer and less lonely in ethnically diverse classrooms. Researchers found that students in diverse schools showed more tolerance and less prejudice towards peers of other ethnicities. The study highlights the benefits of diversity on personal and social well-being.
A study of refugee youth found distinctive patterns of symptoms, including traumatic grief, phobia, and somatization. The findings highlight the need for specialized treatment approaches that address the unique experiences of displaced youth.
Adolescents' responses to verbal racism in school were influenced by age, ethnicity, and cross-group friendships. Younger and majority-ethnic adolescents showed more prosocial bystander responses, while older and minority-ethnic adolescents indicated aggressive or passive responses.
A growing body of research suggests that childhood trauma can increase the risk for psychosis in later life. Key factors include poor emotional control, limited coping skills, and stress sensitivity. Early identification and treatment through targeted training and protocols may help mitigate this vulnerability.
Targets of workplace bullying shared common advice that often made their situation worse, including quitting or ignoring the issue. Despite this, most said they would recommend these tactics to others in similar situations due to a lack of insight into effective alternatives.
A study of over 300 American men found that childhood bullies were more likely to experience stress, aggression, and financial difficulties, while bullied boys had lower incomes and felt unfairly treated. These outcomes increased their risk for poor physical health, including cardiovascular disease.
A new study led by the University of Delaware found that kids who are bullied in fifth grade often suffer from depression and begin using alcohol and other substances a few years after the incidents. The study also shows that peer victimization has lasting effects on substance use five years later.
Adolescents involved in bullying exhibit increased desire for cosmetic surgery, with a focus on poor psychological functioning among victims. The study suggests that plastic surgeons should screen for psychological vulnerability and history of bullying when evaluating patients.
Research by University of Warwick finds that bullying victims have a higher desire for cosmetic surgery due to low self-esteem and psychological effects. Bullies also seek surgery to improve appearance and social status.
Teenagers involved in bullying have a higher preoccupation with weight loss than their peers, with 42% of bullies and 55% of victims showing extreme obsession. Clinicians should target emotional wellbeing and self-esteem issues when treating victims of bullying.
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology found that children who receive guidance on intervening in bullying incidents are more likely to do so. Conversely, parents telling their children to 'stay out of it' can actually increase the likelihood of bystander involvement in bullying. The research highl...
Childhood bullying may lead to an increased risk of chronic stress exposure, which can contribute to the development of diseases such as depression, diabetes, and heart disease. Early-life stress exposure can also affect physiological systems' response to future stressors through epigenetic changes.
A pilot study by Oregon State University found a significant relationship between exposure to flame retardants and externalizing behaviors such as aggression, defiance, and hyperactivity in children aged 3-5. Higher exposure rates were associated with less responsible behavior and more social issues.
Research from the University of Warwick suggests that cyberbullying is mostly an extension of traditional playground bullying, rather than a standalone phenomenon. The study found that 29% of UK teenagers reported being bullied, with only 1% experiencing cyberbullying alone.
Researchers found that trolls form 'anti-social networks' that reinforce their behaviour and are attracted to attention from media reports, highlighting the need for social media platforms to take responsibility for negative content
A new study from the University of California, Berkeley, reveals that transgender and gender-fluid teens face widespread abuse, including child abuse, physical assault, bullying, and cyberbullying. The study found that up to 70% of trans and gender-fluid teens reported being exposed to multiple forms of aggression.
A survey of over 400 young doctors found that one in five experience burnout, bullying, and poor work-life balance. Women's experiences are particularly worse than men's, with a higher likelihood of feeling unappreciated and frustrated.
A long-term study tracked hundreds of children from kindergarten through high school, finding that chronic bullying was related to lower academic achievement and less engagement in school. Some children were able to recover from bullying if it decreased, revealing a hopeful message.
A new study by the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine finds that internalizing negative weight stereotypes increases the risk of cardiovascular and metabolic disease in obese patients. Patients who experience fat shaming are more likely to avoid exercise, consume extra calories, and develop conditions like metabolic syndrome.
Research by the British Psychological Society found that employees working for psychopathic and narcissistic leaders experience lower job satisfaction, higher depression rates, and more workplace bullying. These toxic bosses can create a hostile environment, leading to unhappy and dissatisfied employees seeking revenge.
A study by Cornell University researcher Gary Evans found that children from poor backgrounds are more likely to develop antisocial behavior, helplessness, and chronic physiological stress as adults. Early intervention and increasing poor families' incomes can help mitigate these issues.
New research from the University of Kent suggests that disgust is a way of communicating moral concerns rather than self-interested motivation. The study found that people who express disgust are perceived as being motivated by impartial, moral concerns, whereas those who express anger are seen as more self-interested.
Research from Aarhus University and University of Copenhagen finds that workplace bullying leads to men leaving labor market and affecting their salaries. Men are more likely to leave the job than women who take sick leaves after being bullied.
A recent study by University of Illinois researcher Dorothy L. Espelage found that nearly half of middle school students reported experiencing verbal sexual harassment, with 43% saying they were targeted in the past year. The study also revealed that students who dismissed their experiences with sexual harassment were more likely to pe...
A study found that children with disabilities are victimized by bullying at a much higher rate over time than their peers without disabilities. Schools should refocus efforts on teaching social skills to combat bullying in more positive ways.
A new study reveals that social status affects immune cell gene expression and response to infection in rhesus monkeys. The research found that improving social standing can reverse health disparities caused by low social status.
A new study by King's College London found that bullied children are nearly twice as likely to be overweight at age 18 compared to non-bullied peers. Chronic bullying in school was associated with a higher BMI and waist-hip ratio, independent of environmental risk factors.
A comprehensive analysis of research published since 2000 found that schools with positive climates can narrow achievement gaps among students of different socioeconomic backgrounds. The study suggests that by promoting a positive climate, schools can decrease socioeconomic inequalities and enable more social mobility.
A Canadian study found a significant increase in emergency department visits for suicidal behavior among teenagers starting in June 2011, but not among younger children. The research suggests that this trend cannot be attributed to social media publicity surrounding the cyberbullying death of 15-year-old Amanda Todd.
Female meerkats can produce up to twice as much testosterone as males, which may lead to a trade-off in their immune system, making them more prone to infections. Dominant females tend to live longer and give birth to more litters than subordinate females.
Researchers at NYU Tandon School of Engineering successfully localized Yik Yak users to within 300 feet, identifying dormitories with 100% accuracy. The team's findings highlight the potential for compromising user anonymity on anonymous social media apps.
A new study from UTHealth found that 15% of sixth-grade students reported perpetrating at least one form of cyber dating abuse. The most common forms of abuse were using a partner's social media account without permission and making them afraid of responding.
A new study by psychologist Tomas Jungert found that warm student-teacher relationships are linked to intrinsic motivation, which drives students to defend victims of bullying. In contrast, conflicted teacher-student relationships are associated with extrinsic motivation, leading students to remain bystanders or side with bullies.
A University of Manchester study found that people with bipolar disorder are 2.63 times more likely to have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual abuse as children compared to the general population. This strong link has implications for treatment and personalized therapy plans.
Research on Asian American children and youth highlights key aspects of diversity within the group, including culture, language, socioeconomic status, and immigration experiences. Studies reveal variations in poverty rates, bullying rates, and academic outcomes among subgroups, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive measurement.
Two studies investigate peer victimization in schools, revealing the importance of early intervention for addressing both overt and relational forms of victimization. Overt victimization is associated with higher levels of aggression and externalizing behavior, while relational victimization links to internalizing problems and a lack o...
A new study found that children with disabilities are more likely to respond aggressively when bullied, leading to negative mental health outcomes. Teaching proper bully-response skills is crucial to prevent such aggressive behavior and improve psychosocial outcomes for these students.
A recent study found that young adults who experienced negative interactions on Facebook were at a significantly higher risk of depression. The study, which controlled for various confounding factors, found that bullying and unwanted contacts were associated with elevated risks of depressive symptoms.
A new survey of college students found that childhood bullying inflicts the same long-term psychological trauma as severe physical or sexual abuse. Students who experienced bullying reported significantly greater levels of depression, anxiety, and PTSD than their peers.
A new study by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center reveals that 30% of transgender youth have attempted a suicide, while nearly 42% report self-injury. The study highlights the need for mental health providers to be aware of these challenges and provides further evidence on the at-risk nature of transgender youth.
Researchers from the University of Basel found that uninvolved observers are more likely to accept social exclusion of people who look cold and incompetent. In contrast, warm and competent-looking individuals receive more support in social exclusion situations.
School nurses play a critical role in identifying and preventing digital dating violence, which can involve harassment, stalking, or controlling a partner via technology and social media. The American Association of School Nurses emphasizes the importance of conversation about healthy relationships, safe internet use, and online behavior.
A recent study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that students who feel safer at school are more attentive and have fewer symptoms of depression. The researchers suggest that factors such as bullying, poverty, and neighbourhood environment also impact feelings of safety and academic engagement.
A study by Michigan State University found that incivility spreads through condescending comments and put-downs, reducing employees' self-control and leading to uncivil behavior. Workplace incivility has a significant impact on employees and companies, with an estimated $14,000 annual loss per employee.
A study published in Psychology of Popular Media Culture found that violent video game use was associated with increased civic behaviors, such as volunteering, among youth. The relationship was small and correlational in nature, suggesting that violent games may not be a significant contributor to problem behaviors.
A new study found that positive teacher-student relationships around age 10-11 can influence prosocial behaviors such as cooperation and altruism, reducing problem classroom behaviors like aggression. The beneficial effects lingered for up to four years.
A relational aggression prevention program for urban girls improves overall classroom climate, with benefits extending to boys and teachers. The program, Friend to Friend (F2F), teaches problem-solving, anger management strategies, and leadership skills.
Researchers found that older female bonobos form coalitions to attack and defeat aggressive males, helping younger females maintain social status. This coalition-forming behavior allows young females to join the group without fear of male harassment.
A study at Mount Sinai Hospital found that brain reward circuits, specifically the basal forebrain and lateral habenula, mediate motivation to engage in or avoid bullying. The research used a mouse model to demonstrate that activating this circuit makes bullying behavior pleasurable for some individuals.
A UT Austin study suggests teaching teens that socially relevant traits are malleable can help them cope with social challenges. The research found that teens who learned this lesson reported feeling less threatened, exhibited higher cardiac efficiency, and performed better academically.
Agneta Mallén's study reveals how citizen journalism can perpetuate cyberbullying through the sharing of low-quality videos that are perceived as truth. The researcher found that even when video clips are later debunked, the damage is already done and the person is subjected to virtual punishment.
A family-based weight management program improved self-perception among obese children, particularly in terms of athletic ability and physical appearance. The program also promoted positive body image and diversity of body sizes, leading to significant improvements in these areas.
A study by Michigan State University finds that adults with Williams syndrome are susceptible to online victimization due to their trusting nature and frequent use of social networking sites. Roughly a third of participants reported engaging in risky online behaviors without parental supervision.
Teenagers who experienced childhood family adversity are more likely to be bullied at school and develop depressive symptoms. However, supportive family or friends in early adolescence can help reduce depressive symptoms later on.
A study of 732 gay fathers found that they rate their children's self-esteem, peer relationships, and other measures of well-being similarly to parents in the general US population. The findings suggest that children of gay fathers do as well in every way as children whose parents are heterosexual.
A new study shows that teens who experience both face-to-face and cyber-bullying are more than twice as likely to engage in aggressive behaviors. Victims of multiple forms of bullying have over twice the odds of showing hostile behavior, such as verbal hostility, physical fighting, or damaging property.
Researchers found a significant reduction in bullying behavior among students who completed the online program StandUp, which teaches verbal, physical, sexual, and cyberbullying prevention. The program increased the use of healthy relationship skills and reduced bystander passivity to both emotional and physical bullying.
Research from the University of Warwick found that adolescents who spend quality time with their parents are more likely to pursue further study. Cultural activities, such as visiting museums and galleries, also play a significant role in increasing educational aspirations.