Domestic violence and bullying in schools – impact, mechanisms, and prevention

Abstract

Domestic violence and bullying in schools are serious socio-pathological phenomena that significantly affect the psychosocial development of children and young people. The professional literature points to their close connection, with the family environment playing a key role in shaping a child's behavior in the school environment. Children exposed to violence in the family may find themselves in the position of victims or aggressors in bullying behavior at school. The aim of this paper is to analyze the relationship between domestic violence and bullying at school, to highlight the mechanisms of their interaction, to identify the consequences for the child, and to emphasize the importance of preventive and safety measures in the school environment. The article is based on an analysis of domestic and foreign professional literature and emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary cooperation in the protection of children.