Bullying Behavior Among Primary School Students in Islamic Private Schools in Pattani Province

Abstract

     The purpose of this study was to investigate bullying behavior among students in Islamic private schools in Pattani Province. The qualitative study collected data through in-depth interviews with 15 teachers and school personnel, 15 bully students, 15 students being bullied by others, and 15 parents and guardians. Content analysis was carried out using logic, concepts, theories, and research reports along with the context and grounded theory methods. The study found that in Islamic private schools in Pattani province, there were three types of bullying behavior: physical bullying, verbal bullying, and social bullying. Most of the bullying behavior happened in classrooms, restroom areas, canteens, playgrounds, and stadiums.