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The moral domain in peer relationships: opportunities for interventions to prevent bullying

Previous research has focused on identifying the association between moral dimension and bullying behavior, with an emphasis on better understanding the complex processes that children and adolescents trigger during decision-making in immoral situations. However, advances in research on morality and bullying have not been paralleled by the design of intervention programs that promote moral competence. The aim of this chapter is to analyze the moral dimension as a key intervention in the design of holistic models for preventing bullying and promoting defending.

Citation:
Romera EM, Bravo A, Camacho A, Ortega-Ruiz R. The moral domain in peer relationships: opportunities for interventions to prevent bullying.  Handbook of School Violence, Bullying and Safety: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd.; 2024. p. 556-67.

Keywords:
Anti-bullying programs; Decision-making; Holistic model; Moral cognition; Moral emotions

Abstract:
Previous research has focused on identifying the association between moral dimension and bullying behavior, with an emphasis on better understanding the complex processes that children and adolescents trigger during decision-making in immoral situations. However, advances in research on morality and bullying have not been paralleled by the design of intervention programs that promote moral competence. The aim of this chapter is to analyze the moral dimension as a key intervention in the design of holistic models for preventing bullying and promoting defending.