Bullying Prevalence and Persistence in Rural and Urban Settings

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Examines the characteristics of rural versus urban school bullying. Utilizes 2024 data from 1,250 students and provides rural versus urban breakdowns regarding timeline, social dynamics, frequency, perceived reason for, and type of bullying. Discusses the need for bullying interventions tailored for rural social contexts.

Eric Landers, Juliann Sergi McBrayer, Monika Krah, Meredith A. Rausch

The Rural Educator, 47(3), 5-19

06/2026

Abuse and violence · Children and youth · Culture · Rural-urban differences · Schools