Bullying and Harassment in the United States |
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Authors: | Sharon Schoen Alexis Schoen |
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Institution: | 1. La Salle University , Philadelphia, PA;2. Council Rock School District , Newtown, PA |
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Abstract: | This article addresses the issue of bullying and harassment in the United States. The significance of the issue is critical. A historical perspective on the growing attention to and need to confront this social ill is presented. Seminal research related to the topic is interwoven throughout. Practical considerations in addressing the problem are reviewed. Finally, the current state of the bullying epidemic is explored, with implications for the future. |
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Keywords: | bullying disabilities harassment |
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