An analysis of research on bullying and victimization of students by teachers in comprehensive schools

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https://doi.org/10.18255/1996-5648-2026-1-154-163

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review, bullying, victimization, teacher, schoolchild

Abstract

The aim of the work is to analyze the scientific literature on the problem of teachers committing psychotraumatic actions against students. The author presents data from domestic and international literature demonstrating that schoolchildren are frequently subjected to bullying and victimization by teachers. The review utilized the Russian Science Citation Index (RSCI), PubMed, and Google Scholar databases. In conclusion, the author proposes combining the efforts of specialists from various fields to develop and implement national state programs aimed not only at combating bullying by peers but also by teachers.

Author Biography

  • Valery M. Ganuzin, Yaroslavl State Medical Academy
    Cand. Sc. (Medicine)

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