Bullying and mental health and suicidal behaviour among 14- to 15-year-olds in a representative sample of Australian children

Abstract

This study presents the first national, population-based estimates of the associations between bullying by peers and mental health outcomes in Australian adolescents. The markedly increased risk of poor mental health outcomes, self-harm and suicidal ideation and behaviours among adolescents who experienced bullying highlights the importance of addressing bullying in school settings.