School program aims to curb teen bullying through empathy training
NCT ID NCT07383545
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a five-session awareness training program could reduce bullying and victimization while increasing empathy and sympathy in adolescents. Sixty-four 9th graders were randomly assigned to either the training or a control group. The training focused on recognizing bullying and building empathy skills. Researchers measured changes using standardized scales.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Awareness training on peer bullying (behavioral intervention)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this training could be used in schools to reduce bullying and improve empathy among teenagers.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 64 participants. Results may not apply to all teens or settings, and the training's long-term impact is unknown.
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Karaman Bifa Anatolian High School
Karaman, Turkey (Türkiye)