The Impact of School Bullying on Adolescent Mental Health and Prevention Efforts

Abstract

Bullying Bullying is a social issue that has a serious impact on adolescents’ mental health in the school environment. Common forms of bullying include teasing, intimidation, social exclusion, as well as verbal and physical abuse, which can affect victims’ psychological condition in the long term. This study aims to provide an understanding of the impact of bullying on adolescent mental health and to increase students’ awareness at SMK Islam Al-Hikmah Jakarta regarding the importance of bullying prevention. This study uses an educational approach, in which students are provided with knowledge about the forms of bullying and their impacts through counseling activities. Through this activity, students are expected to understand the dangers of bullying and apply mutual respect in their daily lives.