GENDER DIFFERENCES IN BULLYING VICTIMIZATION AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY

Abstract

Bullying victimization continues to be a major concern in higher education, with significant academic stress psychological impact for students. This study explores gender differences in bullying victimization among university students, with an emphasis on the frequency, kinds, and psychological consequences of bullying. The study included 300 private university students (50% male, 50% female) aged 18 to 25 (M = 22.41, SD = 2.81). The Bullying Victimization Scale for University Students (Khan & Khurshid, 2023) was used to evaluate victimization experiences. The results show significant gender disparities in bullying victimization, with males rating higher than females. These findings underline the need of gender-sensitive strategies in addressing bullying in higher education and creating safer university settings.