A mathematical model for the bullying dynamics in schools
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| author | Crokidakis, Nuno |
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| contents | We analyze a mathematical model to understand the dynamics of bullying in schools. The model considers a population divided into four groups: susceptible individuals, bullies, individuals exposed to bullying, and violent individuals. Transitions between these states occur at rates designed to capture the complex interactions among students, influenced by factors such as romantic rejection, conflicts with peers and teachers, and other school-related challenges. These interactions can escalate into bullying and violent behavior. The model also incorporates the role of parents and school administrators in mitigating bullying through intervention strategies. The results suggest that bullying can be effectively controlled if anti-bullying programs implemented by schools are sufficiently robust. Additionally, the conditions under which bullying persists are explored. |
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| spellingShingle | A mathematical model for the bullying dynamics in schools Crokidakis, Nuno Physics and Society Social and Information Networks We analyze a mathematical model to understand the dynamics of bullying in schools. The model considers a population divided into four groups: susceptible individuals, bullies, individuals exposed to bullying, and violent individuals. Transitions between these states occur at rates designed to capture the complex interactions among students, influenced by factors such as romantic rejection, conflicts with peers and teachers, and other school-related challenges. These interactions can escalate into bullying and violent behavior. The model also incorporates the role of parents and school administrators in mitigating bullying through intervention strategies. The results suggest that bullying can be effectively controlled if anti-bullying programs implemented by schools are sufficiently robust. Additionally, the conditions under which bullying persists are explored. |
| title | A mathematical model for the bullying dynamics in schools |
| topic | Physics and Society Social and Information Networks |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2501.04752 |