CONSEQUENCES OF BULLYING IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: PERSPECTIVES OF TEACHERS IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF SANTANA-AP

Abstract

This article addresses the impacts of bullying on the teaching-learning process in Elementary School, from the perspective of teachers from Santana-AP. The main objective is to understand how bullying affects the school environment and, consequently, the academic performance of students. A field research with a quantitative approach was used, applying questionnaires to teachers from the public and private schools to obtain statistical data on their perceptions and experiences related to the theme. The results indicate that bullying has significant negative effects on children's cognitive and emotional development, compromising the learning process. In addition, the data show the need for more effective institutional support to help teachers deal with situations in the classroom. The research highlights the importance of school prevention and intervention policies, aiming to create a safe educational environment conducive to learning.