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Food allergy-related bullying: Risk factors and psychosocial functioning
Ianthe R M Schepel1,2, Tori Humiston3, Gabrielle D'Ambrosi4
1Division of Immunology, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Summary
Food allergy bullying affects over a third of children, increasing risks for food insecurity, anxiety, and severe reactions. Early screening and guidance are crucial for managing this issue and supporting affected families.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
- Child Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Food allergy (FA)-related bullying is prevalent but understudied.
- Risk factors and psychosocial impacts of FA-related bullying require investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- Identify sociodemographic and clinical risk factors for FA-related bullying in children.
- Evaluate the psychosocial functioning of children and parents affected by FA-related bullying.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional survey of 295 child-parent dyads with immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated FA.
- Recruitment from Boston Children's Hospital and social media.
- Comparison of bullied vs. non-bullied groups using validated instruments.
Main Results:
- Lifetime prevalence of FA-related bullying was 36.6%.
- Bullying associated with food insecurity risk, coexisting anxiety disorders (30.6% vs 8.6%), and severe FA reactions.
- Elevated psychosocial concerns reported in bullied children and their parents.
Conclusions:
- FA-related bullying is linked to specific risk factors and negative psychosocial outcomes.
- Healthcare providers should screen for FA-related bullying.
- Families need guidance for managing FA-related bullying.
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