Bullying: Negative impact on a child's health may remain for years

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/02/140217085913.htm

Date: February 17, 2014
Source: Boston Children's Hospital
Summary:
The longer the period of time a child is bullied, the more severe and lasting the impact is on a child's health, according to a new study. The study is the first to examine the compounding effects of bullying from elementary school to high school. The team collected data for the study by following a group of 4,297 children and adolescents from fifth to tenth grade. Results showed that bullying at any age was associated with worse mental and physical health, increased depressive symptoms and lower self-worth. Participants who experienced chronic bullying also reported increased difficulties in physical activities like walking, running or participating in sports.

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