Rebuilding After Bullying: Evidence-Based Treatments for Trauma Recovery
Presenter(s)
Angelina Colon
Subject/Theme
Social Work, Therapy
Abstract or Description
Childhood bullying has long-lasting psychological effects, including increased risks of depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem, which can persist in adulthood. This paper examines the impact of bullying on mental health, emphasizing the importance of early intervention and treatment. Research shows that victims of bullying are significantly more likely to develop mental health disorders such as depression and PTSD. Effective treatments for bullying-related trauma include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy (TFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and support groups, which help individuals process trauma and manage symptoms. Additionally, proactive interventions like resilience training have shown promise in preventing long-term psychological damage, helping children build coping strategies and emotional regulation skills. This paper highlights the need for early intervention to address bullying’s effects and promote long-term mental well-being. Through resilience training and therapeutic approaches, children can develop emotional strength, reducing the risk of developing severe mental health issues later in life.
Mentor
Dr. Denise Howley (School of Social Work)
Comments
Aleeza Ghani1 year ago
This is super cool (and really thorough). How would these be implemented? Would it be through school counseling or SEL curriculum or something else entirely?
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Alex Carreiro1 year ago
Filled with a lot of great information. Great job.
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Aliyah Hamilton1 year ago
Really great topic! Very important as bullying has gotten significantly worse as technology advances every day and people use social medial. It might not seem like it's a big deal to some people but to others it's something that can severely impact your mental health. I like your use of talking about the CBT. Great job!
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Jacqueline Tanashian1 year ago
This is a really important topic as bullying is very serious. Especially childhood bullying. I like how you talk about the lasting effects and risks that can come from it. Great work!!
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