Publication Date

2024

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

First Advisor

Demaray, Michelle

Degree Name

M.A. (Master of Arts)

Legacy Department

Department of Psychology

Abstract

Bullying is a common problem in schools and has been associated with many different negative outcomes for students. While there has been considerable research examining students who are directly involved in bullying scenarios such as the bullies and victims themselves, less is known about the other students who witness bullying events at school. Bullying scenarios become more common at a similar time where peer relationships become more important in the daily lives of students as they begin to spend more time interacting with their peers. Positive peer relationships have been associated with positive outcomes for students and thus may serve as a protective factor for students in schools. Due to the prevalence of bullying in schools, exploring potential protective factors, especially ones that are a part of the school already, need additional attention. Thus, the current study focuses specifically on the influence peer relationships have on anxious and depressive symptoms of students who witness bullying. Future directions and implications will be discussed.

Extent

87 pages

Language

en

Publisher

Northern Illinois University

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