Over Half Of Irish Student admit to Be Bullied In School!
A new report by UNICEF has revealed the latest figures in relation to children being bullied in school.
The latest figures are worrying, to say the least with almost 50 per cent of Irish teenagers saying they’ve been the victim of bullying or have been in a physical fight at school.
Speaking recently about the report UNICEF Ireland’s Peter Power said:
“Education is fundamental in a child’s life and every child should feel safe and secure at school."
“Our new report shows that 44 per cent of students in Ireland aged 13 to 15 report being bullied or being involved in physical fights with their peers.
“This must be addressed. Violence is not a lesson any child needs to learn. Experiencing violence has serious effects on a child’s well-being."
“In the long-term, it can lead to depression, anxiety and even suicide. No child should go into school fearing violence.”
