Bullies and the Parents Who Raise Them: a Study of Parenting Styles That May Lead to Bullying Behavior in Children

Many current studies indicate that incidents of bullying are on the rise. One in six students now report being bullied on a regular basis. Over half of the students in middle school report being involved in bullying during their schooling. Until recently, little attention has been focused on the parental influence of bullying behavior. This study uncovers a connection between patterns of bullying behavior and the amount of warmth and control a parent exhibits when interacting with their child.