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One in four young people in Latin America experience school violence

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One in four young people in Latin America experience school violence
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Key Points

  • One in four young people in Latin America experience school violence
  • School violence and cyberbullying can lead to physical, mental, and emotional health problems
  • A study by the OPS highlights the severity of this issue

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13-17 years oldone in four

One in four young people in Latin America and the Caribbean, aged 13-17, experience school violence or cyberbullying. This issue is not limited to the school environment and can lead to long-term physical, mental, and emotional health problems.

A study by the Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS) highlights the severity of this issue. School violence and cyberbullying are seen as significant problems that deeply affect the lives of young people.

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How common is school violence in Latin America?
One in four young people in Latin America experience school violence
How do school violence and cyberbullying affect the health of young people?
School violence and cyberbullying can lead to physical, mental, and emotional health problems
Which organizations are working on this issue?
Organizations such as the Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS) are working on this issue

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