Effects of Bullying in Schools: The Teachers’ Perspectives

Bullying occurs largely at a school. A relationship exists between student bullying and school issues such as academic achievement, school bonding, and absenteeism were found in the literature. School bullying is also associated with numerous physical, mental and social problems. Prevention of school bullying should become a priority issue for schools, and many strategies can be used to solve bullying behavior. The purpose of this study is to investigate the bullying in the classroom from teachers’ views. Results showed that bullying is still a serious issue. Teachers believed guidance and counseling would help reduce bullying behaviors in schools.