Year: 2000 Source: School Psychology International, v.21, no.2, (2000), p.213-223 SIEC No: 20050493

This study investigated the perceptions of adolescents concerning the relationship between chronic peer abuse & suicidal behaviour. The author argued that chronic peer abuse is an additional risk for adolescents suicidal behaviour. The results of the study upheld this contention & also generated important evidence that bystander perceptions supported victims’ views. (50 refs)