Myths about bullying

what does the scie:nce say?

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https://doi.org/10.21879/faeeba2358-0194.2023.v32.n69.p187-201

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Science, Bullying, Myths

Abstract

Since the 19th century, bullying has been studied all over the world and, over time, its nomenclature and definitions have undergone changes. It is a complex social phenomenon, characterized by intentional and repetitive aggressions, practiced by a person or a group against one or more victims who are unable to defend themselves. While the scientific community has dedicated itself to studying bullying, there are, in common sense, many myths that minimize it and, at times, prevent the adoption of measures to prevent it. Thus, this theoretical essay aims to analyze myths surrounding the phenomenon of bullying, discussing them based on scientific studies on the subject. The need to implement anti-bullying programs in all schools is reinforced, with investment and interest from the government and society. It is concluded that myths only reinforce stereotypes and prevent the adoption of effective prevention measures.

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Author Biographies

Grazielli Fernandes, Prefeitura Municipal de Canoas

Doutora em Educação. Professora da Prefeitura Municipal de Canoas – Secretaria Municipal de Educação. Canoas, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil.

Débora Dalbosco Dell'Aglio, Universidade La Salle

Psicóloga e Doutora em Psicologia; professora do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Educação da Universidade La Salle - Canoas-RS.

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2023-01-29

How to Cite

FERNANDES, G.; DALBOSCO DELL’AGLIO, D. Myths about bullying : what does the scie:nce say?. Revista da FAEEBA - Educação e Contemporaneidade, [S. l.], v. 32, n. 69, p. 187–201, 2023. DOI: 10.21879/faeeba2358-0194.2023.v32.n69.p187-201. Disponível em: https://revistas.uneb.br/index.php/faeeba/article/view/14112. Acesso em: 17 jul. 2024.