PREVALENCE OF BULLYING AND ASSOCIATED FACTORSIN 9TH GRADE STUDENTS FROM TRAMANDAÍ/RS

Abstract

This quantitative cross-sectional study on the prevalence of bullying and its associated factors was carried out with 192 9th grade students from the municipal network of Tramandaí/RS. They answered questionnaires on the subject and the data were digitized and submitted to statistical analysis. Thus, the results were discussed in the light of the literature: about 51.1% of the students reported having already been bullied, with gender and race indicating relevance. In addition, the most frequent intimidation reported was verbal and physical aggression. The results aim to promote the discussion on the subject and to support anti-bullying programs  as a strategy for prevention and health promotion.