Bullying, Victimization, and Peer Harassment

This comprehensive handbook offers essential research on bullying prevention and intervention programs, delivering critical analysis of initiatives that have never before been evaluated. The collection spans multiple cultural contexts with studies from the United States, Canada, and Europe, while specifically addressing the complex social dynamics of middle school environments. Beyond traditional bullying perspectives, the work examines peer sexual harassment and dating-related aggression, providing a broader understanding of peer victimization that reflects real-world adolescent experiences.

What distinguishes this resource is its evidence-based approach to harassment prevention, moving beyond theoretical frameworks to assess what actually works in school settings. The focus on multi-ethnic populations and cross-cultural comparisons makes the findings particularly valuable for educators and administrators working with diverse student bodies. For anyone committed to creating safer school environments, this handbook delivers the research-backed strategies needed to address the full spectrum of peer aggression and victimization that students face today.