Articles tagged with Antisocial Behavior
Cornell University researchers found that teens' trust in COVID-19 news on social media is key to their well-being. Higher levels of trust are linked to a positive sense of social well-being and lower levels can lead to stress. News literacy programs are crucial for young people to discern fact-based sources from misinformation.
A new study found that LGB preteens ages 10-14 reported 10.4 hours of daily recreational screen time, which was nearly four hours more than their straight peers. The researchers argue that parents should regularly talk to their children about screen usage and develop a family media use plan.
Research found that being bullied based on sexual orientation or gender identity was significantly correlated with feelings of sadness and hopelessness, as well as suicide attempts. Cyberbullying, social bullying, and bullying based on race also had significant correlations with mental distress and suicide attempts.
A new study found that children with conduct disorder who experienced childhood maltreatment have more extensive brain structural changes compared to those without maltreatment. The study highlights the unique contribution of childhood maltreatment to these changes and provides neurobiological insights into the heterogeneity of CD.
A new study reveals that online hate speech is frequently conveyed through subtle and modified wording, allowing it to evade detection. Covert methods of expression are being used by haters to avoid detection, highlighting the need for increased attention to implied ways of expressing hate.
A study of 1,463 combat-deployed soldiers found significant associations between bullying/hazing and major depressive disorder, PTSD, suicidal thoughts, and substance use disorder. The findings highlight the need for efforts to prevent and address mental health problems among service members.
A study by University of Essex and University of Reading found that controlling tones made students' self-esteem plummet, while supportive voices inspired connection to the teacher. The research aimed to influence teacher training and boost classroom results.
A Canadian study found that prison subcultures hinder the spread of radicalized messages, with key factors including local norms, beliefs, and behavioral expectations. The research suggests that sociocultural influences play a crucial role in understanding the relation between radicalization and prisons.
Research highlights bullying as a significant concern for adolescent LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly females. Findings show rising trends in bullying and suicidal behavior across demographic subgroups of US adolescents.
A UNIGE team found an increase in altruism among children returning from summer camps, compared to those who did not participate. These results suggest that holiday camps can be a valuable tool for developing socio-emotional abilities in children.
A study by Max-Planck Researchers found that individuals learn to use rewards specifically to promote good behavior when others also learn about them. The researchers used game theory to explain how reputation affects cooperation and rewarding policies.
A new study suggests targeting early adolescent impulsivity could prevent later behavioral disorders. The research found that adolescents with high levels of impulsivity in early adolescence were at risk for developing antisocial personality disorder and alcohol use disorder.
A study found that higher empathy in adolescents is linked to lower odds of cyberbullying others based on their race, religion, or other identity factors. Cognitive empathy was the key factor in reducing bias-based cyberbullying.
New research reveals that only 1 in 5 Syrian children living in refugee camps exhibit resilience to mental health problems. The study found that factors such as the child's environment, caregiver interactions, and access to resources significantly impact their ability to recover from war trauma.
A recent study published in BMC Public Health found that younger age, managerial position, and frequency of teleworking are associated with cyberbullying victimization. Cyberbullying was linked to increased psychological distress, insomnia, and loneliness, emphasizing the need for effective countermeasures.
Researchers found that companies with Machiavellian CEOs have a net income savings of over 6.6% on firm costs, including lower acquisition premiums and debt financing costs. The study suggests that high Mach CEOs' cultural norms filter down to bargaining performance, contributing to the cost savings.
A study published in Journal of Psychiatric Research found a significant biological difference between psychopaths and non-psychopaths, with psychopaths having a larger striatum region in the brain. This finding is linked to increased need for stimulation, impulsive behaviors, and higher likelihood of violent behavior.
A study from the University of Georgia suggests that middle-aged men are commonly perceived as manipulative, aggressive and entitled targets of insults. The research also found that most people believe these individuals are aware of their behavior's impact but don't care enough to change.
A UK crime gang study found that OCG members who previously offended together are more likely to become victims of violence, with a 56-fold increase in risk. The study also revealed cycles of escalating violence within the criminal milieu, with harassment increasing the potential for violence by 243 times.
According to a systematic review of over 16 million young people from 25 countries, children with disabilities experience higher rates of violence, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. The study highlights the urgent need for collaborative efforts to raise awareness and strengthen prevention efforts.
Teenagers involved in arts activities are less likely to engage in antisocial behaviour up to two years later. They also exhibit better self-control scores and view antisocial behaviour negatively.
Surveys involving 100,000 participants in 26 countries found a correlation between belief in conspiracies and identification as far-left or far-right. The research suggests that conspiracy theories are more pronounced among those who feel disenfranchised and lack political control.
A longitudinal study of male prisoners' religious beliefs found that stable or increasing religiosity did not improve reentry-related outcomes. In fact, many men with decreasing religious beliefs struggled to reintegrate into society due to structural barriers and substance use.
A new study by Nathan Grant Smith and colleagues found that straight men use anti-gay slurs not due to their sexual orientation but to protect traditional masculine norms. The study suggests that threatening straight men's status can trigger the use of such slurs, highlighting a significant problem in our culture.
A survey of UK cardiology trainees reveals that bullying is a pervasive problem, with 1 in 10 reporting being subjected to abusive behavior. Women and those who qualified outside the UK are disproportionately affected, highlighting a need for targeted measures to address workplace bullying in medicine.
A study found that lack of impulse control, poor emotional regulation, and motivation for entertainment are significant predictors of problematic binge-watching. Researchers also discovered that cliffhanger endings and autoplay features can encourage excessive watching.
A new study found that 31% of children with food allergies experience victimization behaviors, including verbal teasing and criticism, compared to 17% when asked a simple yes/no question. Only 12% of parents reported being aware of the issue.
A study by the University of Missouri found that people are more likely to praise someone for good deeds if they know the person has also faced suffering earlier in life. This discovery sheds light on how humans process and react to positive behaviors, such as giving praise.
A new study by UCL researchers found that social inequality can incite collective violence, including vandalism, even with weak social identification. The findings suggest that reducing economic inequality could play a role in maintaining public safety.
Researchers at VCU found a clear preference for immediate revenge in six experiments with over 1,500 participants. Participants who ruminated on past provocations or had antagonistic traits showed a shift towards delayed-but-greater revenge.
A study published in Nature Communications suggests that a county's moral values, particularly binding values, can predict the prevalence of hate groups and extreme behavioral expressions of prejudice. The research used geospatial modeling and psychological experimentation to analyze data from over 3,100 US counties.
Researchers studied how adolescent experiences of racial, ethnic, national origin, and other marginalized identities are associated with negative health, mental health, and violence outcomes. The study found a significant link between these experiences and poorer outcomes among adolescents.
A systematic review of 68 studies found that men are more likely to exhibit bullying behaviors, while women are more likely to be victims, highlighting the need for improved interventions to address academic bullying in medical settings.
A study published in Aggressive Behavior found that students reported lower bullying rates during the COVID-19 pandemic, except for cyberbullying. The survey of 6,578 Canadian students highlights potential silver linings from the pandemic, including reduced bullying, which can negatively impact functioning.
A year-long Australian population study found full-time workers in poorly managed organisations have a threefold increased risk of being diagnosed with depression. Poor workplace mental health can be traced back to poor management practices and low resources.
Research found that parenting styles with high levels of behavioral control, such as authoritative and no-nonsense styles, reduced the risk of crime in adulthood. In contrast, low-control styles like abusive, permissive, and lax styles significantly increased the risk for crime.
Research found that joining a gang for the first time increases criminal behavior, while second-time membership significantly raises violent behavior. Interventions should account for intermittency in gang membership to disrupt individuals' offending profiles.
A study by Uppsala University found that bullying is a greater risk factor than overweight for developing depressive symptoms in both girls and boys. However, boys' mental health is more affected if they suffer from obesity, with a five-fold higher risk of having depressive symptoms in 2015 compared to normal-weight boys.
A Finnish study found that psychopathic criminal offenders and well-functioning individuals with similar traits have altered brain structure and function in emotional regulation areas. The more psychopathic characteristics a person has, the more their brain resembles that of psychopathic criminals.
Research by Linköping University finds that foreign-born employees are more likely to experience person-related bullying, which is based on their cultural identity. The study reveals an increased risk of workplace bullying for people born abroad, particularly those from Asia.
A research group at Osaka City University has shown that convict cichlid fish display prosocial choice tasks, choosing to share food with a partner rather than an unknown or rival fish. This behavior suggests that these small fish have an altruistic nature and can distinguish between paired females, unknown females, and rival males.
A new study finds that peer aggression occurs at higher rates between friends and friends-of-friends than between those not closely tied. This form of bullying is often driven by a desire for social status and can be particularly difficult to stem.
Most teen bullying occurs among friends and friends-of-friends as they compete for higher social rungs, highlighting the need to de-emphasize popularity contests. Researchers found that those with overlapping friendships are more likely to bully each other, leading to significant emotional pain and decreased school attachment.
A new study from Duke University finds that an intensive childhood intervention program called Fast Track can help prevent deaths from suicide, drug overdoses, and alcohol-related liver disease. The program reduced rates of suicidal ideation, hazardous drinking, and opioid use in young adults.
A new study reveals nearly one in five parents of children with food allergies are targeted by bullies, including parents and teachers. Parents found it helpful to intervene, with almost 50% reporting a positive outcome.
A University of Córdoba study found that chronic school bullying victims experience deteriorated peer relationships, decreased social status, and loss of friendships. Maintaining quality friendships can act as a protective factor against bullying.
Research suggests that peer defender programs can disempower victims, reinforce bullying, and erode support for them. Schools should be wary of these strategies to reduce risks to vulnerable students.
A University of California - Davis study found that oxytocin produced in a specific area of the brain can increase stress-induced social anxiety behaviors in mice. The researchers also discovered that this effect is stronger in females, which could help explain why social anxiety disorders are more common and severe in women.
A study of over 6,000 Japanese adolescents found that emotional competence can both protect against and worsen the negative effects of cyberbullying. The researchers suggest that intrapersonal and interpersonal emotional competence play different roles in moderating the impact of cyberbullying victimization on adolescent mental health.
A study of 2218 UK teens found that cyberbullying was linked to PTSD symptoms in both victims and perpetrators. Researchers suggest that asking about cyberbullying should become a part of children's mental health assessments.
A new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine reveals that 73% of LGBTQ adolescents experience bias-based bullying for reasons beyond their sexual identity. Schools with Gay Straight Alliances report lower rates of bullying, emphasizing the importance of promoting broad-reaching inclusion and acceptance.
Researchers found death records of LGBTQ youth who died by suicide were more likely to mention bullying as a factor than non-LGBTQ peers. Bullying was identified as a major risk factor for suicidal thoughts and behaviors among LGBTQ youth.
A recent Yale University study found that bullying is a common precursor to suicide among LGBTQ youth, with death records of LGBTQ youths being about five times more likely to mention bullying than non-LGBTQ peers. The study suggests that additional steps are needed to protect these young people against the threat of bullying.
A new NUI Galway study estimates the economic value of lost productivity from workplace bullying in Ireland, totaling 1.7 million workdays lost at a cost of €239 million annually. The research also finds that bullying has a larger effect on absences in private sector organizations.
Researchers developed a graphical vignette method to assess bullying episodes in schools, allowing kids to express their opinions freely. The study found that this approach can provide an outlet for schoolchildren to formulate what's important to them personally, promoting openness and cooperation.
Research finds that children and young adult burn survivors are more affected by staring, bullying, and uncomfortable questions than physical discomfort. The study suggests that burn units should incorporate supportive strategies to improve social interactions and overall quality of life.
Professor Christina Salmivalli has received a €2.5 million ERC Advanced Grant to study persistent bullying cases. She aims to identify factors explaining why interventions fail in certain cases and develop new operational models.
A study of 672 participants found life-course-persistent antisocial behavior associated with thinner cortex and smaller surface area in specific brain regions. In contrast, adolescence-limited antisocial behavior showed no widespread structural brain abnormalities.
Researchers found that young children who exhibit less fear and desire for social connection are at risk of developing callous-unemotional traits, which can lead to antisocial behavior. These traits are characterized by a lack of empathy and sensitivity to others' emotions.
A study of US high school students found that peer victimization is associated with depression and risky sexual behaviors, including unprotected sex and substance use. Cyberbullying, in particular, predicts increased risky sexual behaviors among adolescent boys, particularly when they are depressed.