scholarly journals Reframing school bullying: The question of power and its analytical implications

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 213-220 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul Horton
Keyword(s):  
School Context ◽  
School Bullying ◽  
Ecological Framework ◽  
Social Difference ◽  
Research Paradigms ◽  
The Past ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
Power And Resistance ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Ecological Framework

The past 30 years has seen a significant increase in research interest and public discussion about school bullying and an associated diversification in perspectives on the issue. In attempting to bridge divisions between different research paradigms, there have been calls for cross-paradigmatic dialogue. In this short think piece, I seek to facilitate such dialogue by addressing the question of power and considering its analytical implications for school bullying research, anti-bullying initiatives, and education more generally. In doing so, I relate the discussion to the various systems of the widely used social–ecological framework. I argue that a focus on power suggests a need for more consideration of the various levels of the social–ecological framework, more consideration of the importance of social difference, and more consideration of the importance of the school context and issues of power and resistance therein.

Prevalence and Factors Associated With Intimate Partner Violence Among Young Women Aged 15 to 24 Years in India: A Social-Ecological Approach

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (19-20) ◽  
pp. 4083-4116 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peggy Ler ◽  
Muthusamy Sivakami ◽  
Joel Monárrez-Espino
Keyword(s):  
Young Women ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Ecological Approach ◽  
Ecological Framework ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
The Past ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Ecological Framework

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a critical public health issue that has reached epidemic proportions. Research investigating IPV among young women in India using large-scale population data is lacking. This study examined the prevalence and factors associated with IPV among women aged 15 to 24 years in India through a social-ecological approach. This cross-sectional study analyzed data from the National Family Health Survey, a population-based survey conducted in India from 2005 to 2006. The past-year prevalence of emotional, physical, and sexual forms of IPV, among ever-married women aged 15 to 24 years were computed. Multivariate logistic regression was conducted to evaluate the association of factors at various levels of the social-ecological framework with the past-year experience of emotional, physical, sexual, and any form of IPV. The past-year prevalence of IPV among women aged 15 to 24 years ( n = 16,285) was 29%. Physical IPV was the most common, affecting 23% in the past year. The past-year prevalence of sexual IPV among women aged 15 to 24 years at 9.5% was higher than older women. Individual factors significantly associated with the past-year experience of all forms of IPV were the young age at first marriage, parental IPV, and ever had a terminated pregnancy. At the relationship level, husband’s controlling behaviors, his consumption of alcohol, and experience of violence from other family members were positively associated with all forms of IPV in the past year. Poverty and acceptance of IPV increased the women’s odds of experiencing IPV. IPV was associated with multiple factors occurring at all levels of the social-ecological framework. Actions to prevent and eliminate IPV in India demand multidisciplinary and collaborative efforts that are tailored specifically for adolescents and young women. It is imperative to protect the girls and young women from IPV; it protects the future of India.

scholarly journals Lives on hold: A qualitative study of young refugees’ resilience strategies

Childhood ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 348-365 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marieke Sleijpen ◽  
Trudy Mooren ◽  
Rolf J Kleber ◽  
Hennie R Boeije
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Social Context ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Treatment Seeking ◽  
Ecological Framework ◽  
Residence Permit ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
The Social ◽  
Time Specific ◽  
Social Ecological Framework

Although the literature on positive adjustment following traumatic events is growing, only a few studies have examined this phenomenon in young refugees. Using the social-ecological framework, the aim of this study was to identify factors and processes that according to young refugees promote their resilience. A total of 16 treatment-seeking refugees aged 13–21 years, living in the Netherlands, were interviewed. Data analysis revealed four resilience strategies: (1) acting autonomously, (2) performing at school, (3) perceiving support from peers and parents, and (4) participating in the new society. These strategies interacted with one another and demonstrated the interrelatedness between individuals and their social context. Having to wait long for a residence permit and being older appeared to negatively influence participants’ resilience strategies. These findings suggest that resilience refers to a dynamic process that is context and time specific.

Social Ecological Examination of Alcohol Use Among Division III Athletes

2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Debra Fetherman ◽  
Jessica Bachman
Keyword(s):  
Alcohol Use ◽  
College Campuses ◽  
Ecological Framework ◽  
Division Iii ◽  
Organizational Influences ◽  
Drinking Habits ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
Risky Alcohol ◽  
The Social ◽  
Social Ecological Framework

Alcohol remains the most frequently abused substance among college athletes. Athletes experience a unique set of social influences on college campuses that range from intrapersonal beliefs to governing policies that can effect behaviors. A social ecological framework was used to examine the influences on reported alcohol use among a sample (n=106) of Division III athletes. Participants were surveyed regarding reported drinking habits and social ecological influences. Hierarchical multiple regression was used to analyze which levels of the social ecological framework predicted a greater number of drinks consumed in one sitting. The full model was significant (R2=0.559, F(15,105)=7.600, p<0.001). Intrapersonal, interpersonal and institutional/organizational influences significantly added to the model.Prevention programs targeting multiple influences are important to reduce risky alcohol use among DIII athletes.

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