Bullying : Science World Report

Dec 22, 2016 04:14 AM EST

A Study Shows That Sexual Harassment Is Common In Middle Schoolers

The recent suicide of Brandy Vela, a teen in Texas City, was a potent reminder of the sometimes tragic consequences of bullying.

Oct 24, 2016 04:30 AM EDT

Suicide Attempts Investigated After A Video Of A Bullied Teen Went Viral

Researchers studied the suicidal attempt of teens after the tragic death of Amanda Todd.

Jun 29, 2016 07:21 AM EDT

Motivation To Bully Others Is Regulated By Brain Reward Circuits

A study shows that tendencies to avoid or engage in bullying can be mediated by the basal forebrain and the lateral habenula circuit in the brain.

Jun 28, 2016 05:21 AM EDT

Pediatricians Urged To Screen Teens For Suicidal Thoughts And Behaviors

A leading group of physicians is urging pediatricians to screen their patients for suicidal thoughts and risk factors.

Nov 21, 2015 07:11 PM EST

Teens Who Take Medication for ADHD Are Bullied More

Teenagers who take medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more likely to be bullied, according to a recent study.

Nov 18, 2015 08:42 PM EST

Victims And Bullies At Increased Risk Of Eating Disorders

Victims of bullying are at an increased risk of anxiety, depression and eating disorders, according to a recent study. Yet in a surprising twist, bullies are also at an increased risk as well.

Sep 20, 2014 07:05 AM EDT

Sibling Bullying Linked to Depression and Self-Harm in Teen Years

Most are aware that bullying can cause lasting harm on children. Yet did you know that the effects of sibling bullying could be even more drastic?

May 13, 2014 08:30 AM EDT

Bullied Children May be at Risk of Long-Lasting Health Consequences

Scientists have found that bullied children may experience chronic, systemic inflammation that persists into adulthood.

Apr 01, 2014 03:47 PM EDT

Increased Risk of Bullying for Children: Schools Need Better Preventive Measures

Jaana Juvonen and Sandra Graham of the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) have conducted the most extensive research on the subject of bullying in K-12 schools. Their findings, while informative, are very disheartening.