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School program aims to curb bullying by boosting peer bonds

NCT ID NCT07206953

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hilal Mercan Akcay Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a 9-week group program for 11-12 year olds to improve their attitudes about bullying, strengthen friendships, and build self-confidence and critical thinking. The program used activities, role-play, and creative exercises. Researchers measured changes before and after the program in 42 students. The goal is to see if this approach can help teens take a positive stand against bullying.

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Active substance
Peer Functional Relationship Enhancement Program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer schools a simple, group-based way to reduce bullying and improve social skills in early teens.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 42 participants, so results may not apply to all teens. The program's long-term effects are unknown.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

42 people

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Started

Sep 2025

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

11 to 12 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Early adolescents aged 11-12 years and currently in 6th grade * No medical diagnosis or condition that would prevent participation * Voluntary participation of the child in the study * Parental/guardian consent obtained * Ability to attend sessions regularly throughout the program Exclusion Criteria: * Any diagnosed cognitive or developmental disorder that would prevent participation in group activities * Previous participation in a similar peer relationship program * Lack of parental/guardian consent

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Conditions

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Bullying

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Bullying

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Medipol University

    Istanbul, 34810, Turkey (Türkiye)

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