Bullying, gender, gender equality, psychological abuse, mental health, depression, peer rejection, teenagers, prevention, intervention programs, school, gender interests, gender stereotypes, community
Bullying is a universal phenomenon that often takes gender distinctions with it, causing girls to bear the brunt of verbal, social, and psychological abuse. This manuscript examines the complicated relationship between bullying and the downside dimension of mental health that influences the psychological state of the specified group, esp. examining the link between bullying and depression. We must fully grasp these dynamics to develop important intervention programs and a more supportive working environment for the young population.
[...] Achieving the task of combating the consequences of bullying for teenage girls' well-being will need a thorough approach. That is also about the educational initiatives that reverse gender stereotypes, the development of complete anti-bullying policies in schools and employers, and the provision of mental health support and counselling services to victims. By targeting the sources of bullying and boosting girls' self-worth, teenage girls will be able to develop the capacity to live through the pressures of social relations. At the same time, they will contribute to realizing a true community that supports all young people. [...]
[...] Khalaf (2023) contends that it is essential to research more specifically into the diverse ways of bullying expression, particularly during adolescent years, which would be more helpful in establishing effective solutions. Hidayati et al. (2021) consider it essential for schools and families to cooperate to create a secure and supportive environment for teenagers, where they can build healthy and safe relationships and will be far from the risks of diseases on the mental health level. The implications of bullying on teenagers, a complicated issue that needs various avenues of approach, is a problem to tackle. [...]
[...] F., & Abdullah, B. F. (2021). The Impact of Bullying on Teenagers Depression Level. Mal J Med Health Sci, 17(SUPP4), 48-51. Khalaf, Z. Y. (2023). Bullying impact on teenage girls: A study of Mean Girls. Journal of Language Studies, 291-304. [...]
[...] examining the link between bullying and depression. We must fully grasp these dynamics to develop important intervention programs and a more supportive working environment for the young population. Bullying creates negative impacts on the mental health of teenagers (Hidayati et al., 2021). The results of the survey showed that a good number of the respondents were humiliated and tormented to a point that had implications on their levels of depression. Also, they observed that teens who were bullied victims tend to present psychological signs of depression, difficulties with concentration, mood disorders, and being sad and disappointed. [...]
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