Beyond the trauma: a scoping review of nursing interventions for improving psychological well-being in adolescents bullying victims.

BACKGROUND

Bullying is a critical issue that deeply affects adolescents' psychological well-being, leading to both immediate and long-term emotional and physical harm. Effective nursing interventions are essential for mitigating these impacts and improving mental health outcomes for victims. By integrating comprehensive, evidence-based approaches, nurses can play a pivotal role in alleviating the adverse effects of bullying, supporting adolescents through their recovery, and fostering a more resilient and healthier future.

PURPOSE

This scoping review aims to explore nursing interventions for improving psychological well-being in adolescents bullying victims.

METHODS

Adhering to the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Review (PRISMA-ScR) guidelines, we conducted a comprehensive scoping review. Literature was sourced from major databases, including PubMed, CINAHL (via EBSCOhost), ScienceDirect, and Scopus, using targeted keywords related to bullying and psychological well-being. The review focused on studies involving adolescents aged 10-20 from diverse international contexts.

RESULTS

Out of 28092 articles screened, 11 articles met the inclusion criteria and were thoroughly analyzed. These studies involved a broad range of participants, including students, parents, and teachers, with sample sizes varying from 66 to 39793. The review highlights a range of nursing interventions that combine creative approaches, self-development techniques, and social support, demonstrating significant positive effects on adolescents' psychological well-being.

CONCLUSION

This scoping review underscores the potential of multifaceted nursing interventions to mitigate the effects of bullying and enhance the psychological well-being of adolescent victims. Tailoring approaches to individual needs and contexts proves essential for achieving the most impactful results. By integrating creative, self-developmental, and supportive strategies, nursing interventions can provide a robust framework for addressing bullying and promoting mental health in adolescents.