Losing a parent may increase children's risk of being bullied
Losing a parent or caregiver at any age is a traumatic and emotional experience, but when a child loses a parent, it can profoundly affect t
Losing a parent or caregiver at any age is a traumatic and emotional experience, but when a child loses a parent, it can profoundly affect their development and well-being throughout multiple stages of their life. A new study led by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) found that youth who experienced the death of a parent were more likely to be victims of bullying.
Published in the Journal of Affective Disorders, the study surveyed 21,000 children in China and found that the association between parental bereavement and school bullying varied by sex of the child and deceased parent, age when the death occurred, and geographical area. Adolescents in rural areas, girls, and older youth (ages 13-17) were at higher risk of bullying after either parent died.
First reported by ScienceDaily: Relationships.
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