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Peer Victimization: A Review of Literature

Srisombat Chokprajakchat

Mahidol University, Thailand

Attapol Kuanliang

The University of Louisiana Monroe, United States of America

Abstract:

A growing body of literature indicates that peer victimization contributes to poor school performance, low self-esteem, and delinquent activities. However, studies related to this topic in Thailand are limited. Against this backdrop, this paper will examine the literature on prevalence of peer victimization by looking at verbal, property, and physical victimization. The primary goal of this work is to increase awareness regarding the nature and extent of peer victimization and attention will be given to policies and practices that can be shared to protect the status and quality of life among Thai students and others.

Keyword:

Peer Victimization, Thailand, United States, Children, Adolescents.