The Impact of developing social skills in reducing bullying behavior among middle school students in Abu Dhabi | ||
| المجلة العربية للصحة النفسية وعلوم الإعاقة | ||
| Volume 1, Issue 2, July 2024, Pages 67-88 PDF (434.05 K) | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/ajphh.2024.383614 | ||
| Authors | ||
| MOHD RAZIM1; Nik Muhammad Hanis2; AHMED IBRAHIM ISMAIL SHALABY* 3 | ||
| 1Senior Lecturer – Educational Psychology UPSI | ||
| 2- Senior Lecturer - Pedagogy UPSI | ||
| 3Master’s researcher - Educational Psychology, Sultan Idris Education University. | ||
| Abstract | ||
| A study aims to establish a program for counseling to tackle bullying in schools in the United Arab Emirates by engaging School principals, supervisors, social workers, teachers to evaluate its impact on improving abilities, among students involved in bullying behaviors with the aim of decreasing instances of bullying in middle schools across the country. The main focus of this study is to investigate how enhancing soial skills among middle school students, in the UAE can reduce the occurrence of bullying incidents. This research sheds light on the issue of bullying by introducing a counseling program that has proven effective in reducing incidents of bullying based on feedback from participants in the study group The program includes recommendations for improving skills through integration into existing programs and offering training to school administrators to enhance students social abilities Additional suggestions involve hosting events that promote these skills and conducting training sessions on managing behavior It also stresses the significance of students establishing goals and offers assistance, in achieving these goals through a reward system. In the United Arab Emirates—a country recognized for its multiculturalism and fast development—addressing bullying in schools presents an obstacle despite its longstanding presence, in the community. Therefore this research aims to explore the prevalence trends and repercussions of bullying within UAE educational institutions while considering how social and technological factors may impact the nature of such conduct. This study seeks to improve initiatives addressing bullying in schools in the UAE by exploring the complexities of the problem and suggesting tailored solutions, for an more inclusive educational environment. This study utilizes a Quantitative Research Methodology that aligns with the methodology and theory development approach used in this research. Based on research findings that show improving skills can reduce bullying behaviors and have positive effects it is suggested to include skill building in middle school curriculum. This should focus on developing qualities like empathy for others feelings and recognizing the consequences of bullying on interactions and relationships to improve listening skills and teamwork abilities while fostering a culture of cooperation among students based on the successful results seen in counseling programs aimed at reducing incidents of bullying according to feedback, from participants. Educating individuals in leadership positions in education like principals and teachers, about developing abilities to encourage student behavior and handle bullying problems efficiently. Encourage pursuits such, as art clubs and sports teams to foster social skills and cultivate a welcoming environment for students to engage positively with one another. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Social Skills; bullying; Counselling Program; Middle schools | ||
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