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Being bullied in high school can make teens less optimistic about the future

  • Written by Hannah L. Schacter, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Wayne State University
Being bullied in high school can make teens less optimistic about the futureBullying that leads to exclusion and damaged relationships can be particularly harmful.HRAUN/E+ via Getty Images

The effects of bullying on teens’ mental health are well-documented. But could bullying also shape their future aspirations?

Our latest research reveals that teens who are bullied in ninth grade become more pessimistic about their...

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