New research has shown that “helplessness” is significantly associated with suicidal thoughts among students who observe bullying at school.
The research, led by Professor Ian Rivers at Brunel University, also suggests that “perceived helplessness” has a significant impact upon the ability of school-aged students to intervene when someone is being bullied.
Using data gathered from 1,500 students from schools in England, the researchers explored contextual factors that predict suicidal thoughts among students who observe bullying at school.
The results showed that self-reported helplessness among observers was a significant predictor of suicidal thoughts for both boys and girls, raising fears about the mental health of students who witness bullying.
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