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The study of bullying behavior and its consequences for young people depends on valid and reliable measurement of bullying victimization and perpetration.
The lack of skills in managing future bullying and particularly cyberbullying incidents reported by pre-service teachers has social and emotional implications for young people
Aussie Optimism Program with teacher training along with coaching may have the potential to positively impact on suicidality and pro-social behavior in the pre-adolescent years
These results highlight the importance of working with both male and female caregivers when addressing children’s bullying behaviour.
Honorary Research Associate
Most children are capable of bullying behaviour at some time, and it’s our job as parents to discourage this behaviour as soon as it appears.
Flat out trying hard to keep up with the ever-changing threats from cyberbullying, The Kids Research Institute Australia counts itself fortunate to have youth on its side.
Traditional conceptualizations of aggression distinguish between reactive (e.g., rage) and proactive (e.g., reward) functions of aggression. However, critiques of this dichotomy have pointed out these models conflate motivational valence and self-control.
Student bullying behaviours are a significant social issue in schools worldwide. Whilst school staff have access to quality bullying prevention interventions, schools can face significant challenges implementing the whole-school approach required to address the complexity of these behaviours.
The Kids Research Institute Australia has two researchers and an innovative science engagement initiative as finalists in the 2017 Premier’s Science Awards.