Emotional profile index as it correlates to bullying victimization among adolescents in Mahikeng, Ngaka Modiri Molela District
Abstract
Aim: The aim of the study was to explore Emotional Profile Index (EPI) as it correlates to
bullying victimization amongst adolescents in Mahikeng, Ngaka Modiri Molema District.
Method: The study was quantitative in nature and employed correlational design. A total of
two hundred and twenty eight (N=228); males (100) and females (128) adolescents with ages
ranging from 15 to 20 years who were sampled through convenience sampling, participated
in this study using the Bullying Questionnaire of the North West university, Psychology
department- Mafikeng Campus (BQPM) and the Emotional Profile index.
Results: The results showed a significant positive relationship between the dyscontrol
dimension (Emotional Profile Index) and verbal bullying (BQPM). Furthermore, the results
did not reveal significant differences between males and females on bullying victimization.
Conclusion: The study concludes that there is no relationship between Emotional Profile
Index and bullying victimization. It is therefore recommended that children be monitored
closely in schools to reduce bullying behaviour.
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