The social and emotional effects of bullying on learners in learning institutions in South Africa

Tumelo Sekgobela and Kgashane Johannes Malesa
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Tumelo Sekgobela: University of Venda
Kgashane Johannes Malesa: University of South Africa

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), 2024, vol. 13, issue 5, 777-783

Abstract: Bullying is a significant concern for learners in South African educational institutions, and it requires immediate attention and intervention from interested parties, such as social workers. This form of violence is prevalent during the school years and involves aggressive behaviour towards victims. The phenomenon of bullying attracts local and global interest from social scientists, who use it as a term to describe its social and emotional effects. The concept is associated with mental health problems, a decline in school performance, school dropout, contemplation of suicide, suicide, and other complex social problems. Social workers are well-versed in the concept of bullying due to their involvement with the issue. The study utilized qualitative research, employing purposive sampling, and thematic analysis to analyze data from a sample of 21 social workers linked to schools. The research design employed was exploratory in nature. The study utilized face-to-face, semi-structured interviews as a means of data collection, with an interview guide serving as the instrument. Prior to collecting data, the researcher obtained permission from participants and sought their consent for audio-recording. Ethical considerations, such as informed consent, debriefing, beneficence, confidentiality, and avoiding harm, were closely followed. The study drew on two theoretical frameworks, namely the ecological and strength-based approaches. Key Words:Bullying, effects, emotional, learning, social, social workers.

Date: 2024
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