Recommended Organization-wide Approach to Address Bullying
Journal: Journal of Higher Education Research DOI: 10.32629/jher.v2i5.486
Abstract
Bullying is becoming more and more recognised as a wellbeing concern in Australia and throughout the world. It has a significant detrimental influence on kids, according to research. The purpose of this study is to look into the prevalence of bullying, its effects, and possible coping strategies. The topic of bullying was addressed based on a study of the literature and prevalence statistics. The results revealed that bullying may be addressed through a variety of approaches, including the introduction of SEL programs and the employment of a whole-school approach. To cope with bullying, it is advised that a SEL team be formed, the schoolhouse be assessed, good school values be instilled, and staff preparedness be increased.
Keywords
student wellbeing, bullying, SEL, whole-school approach
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