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Mariane Sentenac1, Catherine Arnaud, Aoife Gavin
1Research Unit on Perinatal Epidemiology and Childhood Disabilities, Adolescent Health, INSERM, UMRU1027, Toulouse, France. mariane.sentenac@cict.fr
Epidemiologic Reviews
|December 2, 2011
Summary
Children with chronic conditions face higher peer victimization. This systematic review highlights the need for targeted interventions to reduce bullying and negative attitudes towards these vulnerable students.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Peer victimization is prevalent in school-aged children.
- Children with chronic conditions are disproportionately affected.
- Existing literature indicates a significant association between various chronic conditions and increased risk of peer victimization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the literature on peer victimization in children with chronic conditions.
- To assess the risk of peer victimization across different types of chronic conditions.
- To evaluate intervention programs aimed at reducing negative attitudes and peer victimization.
Main Methods:
- A systematic literature review was conducted.
- Searched databases included PubMed, ERIC, PsycINFO, and Web of Science.
- Included 59 studies published between 1991 and 2011, primarily from North America and Europe.
Main Results:
- Children with chronic conditions (psychiatric, learning, physical, chronic illnesses, overweight) experienced higher peer victimization.
- A significant association was found between chronic conditions and peer victimization.
- Intervention studies evaluating bullying reduction for these children were scarce.
Conclusions:
- There is a clear and elevated risk of peer victimization for children with chronic conditions.
- A significant gap exists in the evaluation of interventions for this population.
- Developing and implementing targeted interventions is crucial to mitigate peer victimization in children with chronic conditions.
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