Recognized as a critical public health problem, youth bullying is reportedly experienced by approximately 20% of today's youths. In the last decade, attention to bullying has increased and the scientific knowledge base relevant for practitioners who treat youths, research their issues, and create policy has expanded. The purpose of this review is to highlight key developments related to the health effects of bullying, interventions aimed at curbing bullying behaviors, the measurement of bullying, and nursing's disciplinary response to this phenomenon. A call to action for nurses involved in caring for youths across settings and roles is offered and strategic actions for nursing professionals are provided.
Keywords: Bullying; Children; Prevention; Youths.
Published by Mosby, Inc.