Graduate Program
Clinical Psychology
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Semester of Degree Completion
2006
Thesis Director
Daneen Deptula
Thesis Committee Member
Linda Leal
Thesis Committee Member
Ronan Bernas
Thesis Committee Member
Anu Sharma
Abstract
Prior studies have established the negative implications of peer victimization; additional literature has focused on how children cope with the negative effects of peer bullying. However, no current research has examined the specific coping strategies, which may result in resiliency to the negative effects of peer victimization. The present study examined victimization, coping strategies, and resilience in a sample of 143 third through sixth grade students. The results indicated that the coping strategy of seeking social support was associated with resiliency among victims of aggression. In contrast, coping using externalizing behavior was associated with significantly lower levels of resiliency. The findings emphasize the importance of peers for victims' positive adjustment. In addition, addressing externalizing behaviors in victimized children should be a treatment priority.
Recommended Citation
Gepner, Julie K., "Coping strategy use and resilience among children reporting victimization" (2006). Masters Theses. 881.
https://thekeep.eiu.edu/theses/881
