Publication Date

2016

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

First Advisor

Malecki, Christine K.

Degree Name

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy)

Legacy Department

Department of Psychology

LCSH

Adolescent psychology; Depression in adolescence; Bullying in schools; Academic achievement

Abstract

The current study examined the associations among peer victimization, psychological distress, social support, and academic achievement outcomes in a middle school sample. Specifically, the current study investigated how social support and depression influence the association between relational aggression and academic achievement. These findings aimed to address a significant gap in our understanding of how peer victimization interferes with students' academic achievement. Analyses were conducted utilizing a total sample of 471 middle school students that were part of an all-school evaluation that occurred in May, 2014. Results indicated that depression and social support mediated the association between relational victimization and academic achievement. In sum, this study supports previous research and theory in the roles of depression and social support, but also included some unexpected patterns and new information regarding how depression and social support, together, impact the association of relational victimization and academic achievement. Limitations, implications, and future directions are discussed.

Comments

Advisors: Christine Malecki.||Committee members: Michelle Demaray; Vinita Menon; Nina Mounts; Julia Ogg; Kelly Summers.||Includes bibliographical references.||Includes illustrations.

Extent

viii, 127 pages

Language

eng

Publisher

Northern Illinois University

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In Copyright

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