Genetics research into the emotional responses of bullying shows that many bullied victims that later experience more emotional problems have genetic similarities. The Nature vs Nurture discussions are sure to focus on this new research involving twin studies and the effects of bullying. This genetics research should prove important to readers interested in education, genetics, [...]
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My article called the “Secret Life of Teens” was published in the August issue of Northern Virginia Magazine. I investigated this story for almost one year, interviewing experts on teens and a dozen teens personally. All the teen’s identities were protected providing me candid answers to tough questions–questions about the impact of drugs, alcohol, stress, [...]
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Two researchers at Duke University have published a draft study that raises questions about the academic value of giving students home computers and broadband internet access. Their study has led to a flurry of media coverage, with some reports trumpeting the study’s findings as evidence that efforts to close the digital divide are counterproductive. But [...]
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Children and teens want to be normal, and when they struggle with psychiatric issues, they tend to have difficulty “fitting in.” Differences make these kids vulnerable to bullying experiences and attendant emotional turmoil. And those who experience cyberbullying may be at even higher risk for mental health problems. A study forthcoming in the Archives of [...]
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School-aged children often are victims of bullying. While victimization is common its consequences are often extremely serious.
In fact, the recent suicide death of a Massachusetts teen prompted state lawmakers to pass one of the most far-reaching anti-bullying laws within the U.S.
Time will tell if such legislative actions will lessen physical or emotional distress among school [...]
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Researchers found out that children victims of bullying that had differences in the 5-HTTLPR gene developped emotional problems. If a child is more frequently bullied, the emotional response is more intense.
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Cyberbullying is an extremely serious issue and it’s linked to serious health problems …including suicide which we’ve seen all too much.
Cyberbullying is aggressive and intentional online harassment by a group or an individual using electronic forms of contact repeatedly and over time against a victim who cannot defend themselves.
And it has reached epidemic proportion with [...]
About 4.3 percent of students ages 12 through 18 reported that they were victims of crime at school in the 2006–07 school year. The National Center for Education Statistics collects data on student criminal victimization through its sponsorship of the School Crime Supplement to the National Crime Victimization Survey, administered by the Department of Justice [...]
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The little girl had her own protective force field.
A bubble. With walls that could defend her against mean words and teasing. If any child dared launch a nasty word in her direction, she’d aptly tell them: “You can’t hurt me, I’m in my bubble.”
Most parents can only hope that if ever their child is the [...]
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New research shows poor problem-solving increases risk for all
Children and adolescents who lack social problem-solving skills are more at risk of becoming bullies, victims or both than those who don’t have these difficulties, says new research published by the American Psychological Association. But those who are also having academic troubles are even likelier to become [...]
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