Early Risk Factors for Bullying in Children
Author Information
Author(s): Jansen Danielle EMC, Veenstra René, Ormel Johan, Verhulst Frank C, Reijneveld Sijmen A
Primary Institution: University Medical Center Groningen
Hypothesis
How do preschool behaviors and family characteristics impact later involvement in bullying?
Conclusion
Preschool behavioral, emotional, and motor problems, socioeconomic status, and family breakup are related to involvement in bullying at a later age.
Supporting Evidence
- Children with preschool anxiety were less likely to be bully/victims.
- Children from low socioeconomic status families were more likely to be involved in bullying.
- Good motor functioning was associated with being a bully and less likely to be a victim.
Takeaway
Kids who have problems with behavior or come from families with issues are more likely to be involved in bullying when they get older.
Methodology
The study used longitudinal data from the TRAILS survey, assessing preschool behaviors and family characteristics to predict bullying involvement at ages 11 and 13.5.
Potential Biases
Parental reports may be affected by inaccuracies in memory related to their child's bullying status.
Limitations
Retrospective reports of preschool behavior may introduce recall bias.
Participant Demographics
The sample included 982 children, with 51.2% girls at T1.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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