STUDENTS BULLYING: ASSOCIATION WITH THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL

Abstract

Bullying has emerged as a significant concern within educational settings, particularly at the secondary level. The study was designed to explore the association between school bullying and academic achievement among secondary level students in Peshawar district. Main objective of the study was: to examine the association between school bullying and academic achievement. The study was quantitative in nature by using descriptive survey design. 67 girl high schools of district Peshawar were the population of the study from which 10 schools were selected using cluster sampling technique. 370 students were selected using proportionate random sampling technique i.e. 37 students from each school. A questionnaire was used for the collection of quantitative data having five point Likert scale. The data was collected, tabulated and statistically analyzed through descriptive statistics, chi-square and regression. In the light of students’ perception, the study concluded that school bullying and academic achievement at secondary level were significantly associated with each other having mediating and moderating effect of school bullying on psychological wellbeing and school climate. Participants expressed that bullying not only affects students’ mental health but also contributes to decreased motivation and engagement in academic activities. This research underscores the urgent need for comprehensive policies and interventions to foster a safer and more conducive learning atmosphere, ultimately promoting better academic success for all students.