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Racist bullying in schools and child mental health

Liz Blamire

8th March 2023

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Research carried out in Scotland found that racist bullying of school children results in poorer mental health, loneliness and an increase in negative coping behaviours such as substance misuse.

You can read the original research article in full Bullying Victimization Due to Racial, Ethnic, Citizenship and/or Religious Status: A Systematic Review alongside a explanatory commentary written by the research author in The Conversation here: Children facing racist bullying at school need support from teachers – but many don’t get it

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Liz Blamire

Liz is tutor2u subject lead for Health & Social Care and Early Childhood Development. A former NHS midwife, she has taught in FE and secondary as HoD, is an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, textbook author, and experienced senior examiner. She recently completed an MEd in Inclusion and SEND, focusing on social, emotional and behavioural needs.

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