The impact of peer victimisation on mental health of primary school pupils in Nigeria

Adeyele, Victoria Olubola

doi:10.1080/03004279.2021.1977369

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“…The findings of this study point attention to the seriousness of domestic violence as a social problem that require immediate attention and interventions. It is logical to assume that exposing children to domestic violence will cause a high level of traumatic stress, social aggression, anxiety, withdrawal, anxiety, depression, delinquency, low self-esteem, emotional hurt, psychological hurt, which is consistent with the study of Adeyele, [18], Greene et al, [19], Kanchiputu & Mwale, [11], Osofsky [20], and Roy, [4]. The occurrence of these has an adverse effect beyond the victims of domestic violence, it may affect their family, community, society, and the entire nation.…”

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Prevalence of Domestic Violence among School Children

Adeyele¹,

Makinde²

2021

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This study aimed to examine the prevalence of domestic violence among school children. Using survey research design, data were collected from 664 school children in Ekiti State Nigeria Multidimensional Domestic Violence Scale (MDVS) was used to collect data. Results from the study reveal a high prevalence of domestic violence with physical violence as the most recurrent. The study also found that even though school children's age did not considerably influence the degree to which they were exposed to domestic violence, the level of study was a significant element in verbal and social violence. Also, it was found out that gender meaningfully contributed to the level at which children were exposed to physical and social domestic violence. It was concluded that regardless the gender, age, and level of study there is a high prevalence of domestic violence among school children in Ekiti State. With the adverse effect of domestic violence on children, in the long run, sensitizations, preventions, and inventions programmes should be embraced to educate the children, parents, and other adults.

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Prevalence of Domestic Violence among School Children

Adeyele¹,

Makinde²

2021

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“…In Nigeria, violence against children is a widespread issue, predominantly perpetrated by people they know such as parents, caregivers, teachers and neighbors (Erunke, 2020; National Population Commission of Nigeria, 2016). Six out of ten children in the country experience one or more forms of physical, sexual, verbal, psychological, emotional or economic violence (Adeyele, 2021; Adeyele and Makinde, 2021; Miller et al , 2018; Roy, 2015), with over 70% experiencing this violence repeatedly. Physical violence, sexual violence and emotional violence are prevalent forms of abuse often occurring in places where the child should feel safe (Miller et al , 2018; National Population Commission of Nigeria, UNICEF Nigeria and US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2015).…”

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“…It can affect the psychological illness’s inception, gravity and progression (Howard et al , 2010a; Jarecki, 2014; Soron et al , 2021). Mental health is integral to an individual’s holistic well-being, closely linked to physical, developmental and behavioral health (Adeyele, 2021). Mental health disorders, such as trauma, anxiety and depression, are associated with domestic violence experiences (Adeyele, 2021; Weiss et al , 2011).…”

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Mental health disorder as a risk factor for domestic violence experienced by school children

Adeyele,

Makinde

2023

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Purpose Domestic violence is a universal social concern, and its implication on children’s mental health is a global health predicament. Although the aftereffect of domestic violence on the mental health of women is well researched, mental health disorders of children in terms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), conduct disorder (CD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), general anxiety disorder (GAD), separation anxiety disorder (AD) and mood disorder (MD) on account of domestic violence is rarely investigated. Hence, the purpose of the study is to investigate the impact of exposure to domestic violence on children’s mental health. Design/methodology/approach To examine the correlation between domestic violence and mental health among children, in a survey of public primary schools in Ekiti State, Nigeria, the authors employed 664 pupils with simple random techniques. The Multidimensional Domestic Violence Scale assessed the participants’ exposure to domestic violence. The Child & Youth Mental Health General Screening Questionnaire was used to examine respondents’ mental health. Findings The results revealed a high incidence of domestic violence among children. It also showed a substantial correlation between domestic violence and the mental health of primary school pupils. Children living with domestic violence experience significantly increased rates of ADHD, ODD, AD, GAD and MD as forms of mental health disorders. Research limitations/implications Given the unpleasantness of this social issue affecting the well-being of children globally, it is imperative to engage in intervention and prevention packages that will assist the victims, perpetrators, parents, teachers, schools and other stakeholders. Introducing counselling services into the primary school curriculum will assist victims and those at risk develop self-confidence that will enable them to report their violators. Although counselors do not diagnose, early detection of victims would assist in early intervention where counselors can use different techniques and approaches to help such victims to resolve all forms of cognitive distortions that can lead to mental health disorders. Counselling services can help in providing referral opportunities to victims or “at risk children,” rehabilitation and follow-up services for victims of domestic violence. Practical implications Government organizations should also reintroduce health-care services where clinical psychologists will be available in primary schools to provide psychological services to meet the needs of the victims. Originality/value Conclusively, the study presents evidence that children who witness domestic violence face a significant risk of developing mental health disorders. The findings highlight the potential harm that domestic violence can inflict on children’s mental well-being. Mental health conditions such as ADHD, CD, ODD, GAD, AD and MD are commonly observed in these children. It recommends establishing early intervention programs for children witnessing domestic violence in schools and communities and programs to detect and address mental health issues promptly.

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“…Peer bullying is defined as the deliberate, systematic, and repetitive physical, verbal, or psychological attack or violence involving intimidation by the stronger individual or individuals who have physical or psychological power inequality among them (Güven, Yasin and Köker, 2021). This condition has been recognized as a worldwide public health problem due to its severe adverse effects on adolescents' physical and mental health and its high prevalence rates (Adeyele, 2021). In relation to the subject, in a study conducted on 317.869 adolescents aged 12-17 from more than 80 countries, it was reported that the prevalence of bullying is 30%, thus millions of adolescents are exposed to bullying worldwide (Biswas et al, 2020).…”

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An Investigation of Adolescents' Social Media Use and Self-Perceptions in the Framework of Peer Bullying

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The study aims to examine the effect of peer bullying that adolescents are exposed to on their self-perceptions and social media use. The present study that included 198 participants was planned descriptive, relational and cross-sectional. In addition to the personal information form, Adolescent Social Media Use Scale, Child-Adolescent Bullying Scale-9 Short Form and Social Comparison Scale were used to collect the data. SPPS 22.0 package program was used in the analysis of the data. Descriptive data of the research are given with mean and frequency. To analyse the data One-Way ANOVA, t-test, and Bivariate Correlation were used. The mean age of the adolescents included in the study was determined as 15.32 ± 1.03. It was determined that 50% of the participants were men, 79.8% were living in nuclear families and 17.2% were individuals who felt psychologically bad. Besides, it was revealed that the mean score of the adolescents' self-perception scale was 81.96 ± 14.3, the mean score of peer bullying was 19.46 ± 8.39, and the mean score of the adolescent social media scale use was 18.15 ± 6.68. As a result of the analyzes, it was determined that there is a strong and significant relationship between the adolescents' exposure to peer bullying, their self-perceptions, and their use of social media. It has been determined that exposure to peer bullying negatively affects adolescents' self-perceptions and may cause addiction to social media use.

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The impact of peer victimisation on mental health of primary school pupils in Nigeria

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Prevalence of Domestic Violence among School Children

Prevalence of Domestic Violence among School Children

Mental health disorder as a risk factor for domestic violence experienced by school children

An Investigation of Adolescents' Social Media Use and Self-Perceptions in the Framework of Peer Bullying

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