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GP views on their role in bullying disclosure by children and young people in the community: a cross-sectional qualitative study in English primary care

Prasad, Vibhore; Condon, Laura

Authors

Vibhore Prasad

Laura Condon



Abstract

Background: Bullying among children and young people (CYP) is a major public health concern which can lead to physical and mental health consequences. CYP may disclose bullying, and seek help from, their general practitioner (GP). However, there is currently little research on GPs’ views and perceptions on their role in dealing with disclosures of bullying in primary care.

Aim: To explore GPs’ views about their role in dealing with disclosures of bullying by CYP, especially factors that have an impact on GPs’ roles.

Design & Setting: Semi-structured interviews were conducted with GPs in primary care in England.

Method: Purposive sampling was used to achieve variation in GP age, professional status in practice, profile of the patients served by the practice, practice size and location, and whether the GPs considered
Conclusion: GPs feel they have a role to play in managing and supporting the health of CYP who disclose bullying during consultations. However, they feel ill equipped in dealing with these disclosures due to lack of professional development opportunities and guidance on treating and managing the health consequences of bullying.

Citation

Prasad, V., & Condon, L. (2019). GP views on their role in bullying disclosure by children and young people in the community: a cross-sectional qualitative study in English primary care. British Journal of General Practice, 69(688), e752-e759. https://doi.org/10.3399/bjgp19X706013

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Jun 11, 2019
Online Publication Date Sep 23, 2019
Publication Date Nov 1, 2019
Deposit Date Jun 21, 2019
Publicly Available Date Mar 29, 2024
Journal British Journal of General Practice
Print ISSN 0960-1643
Electronic ISSN 1478-5242
Publisher Royal College of General Practitioners
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 69
Issue 688
Pages e752-e759
DOI https://doi.org/10.3399/bjgp19X706013
Keywords Bullying; child; adolescent; mental health; primary care; general practice
Public URL https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/2152693
Publisher URL https://bjgp.org/content/69/688/e752