August 5, 2025Journal of AdolescenceOpen Access

“I Laughed Along for Years But Hated It Inside:” Understanding Nuance in Peer Teasing Experiences Using a Thematic Analysis

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Qualitative inquiry reveals distinctions in harmful vs playful peer teasing experiences, indicating social relationship complexities.

Main finding highlights six themes that differentiate playful and harmful peer teasing experiences.
Key evidence includes qualitative data from 27 university students' adolescent teasing interactions.
Approach utilized semi-structured interviews to explore participants' perspectives on teasing episodes.
Significance lies in providing insights for teachers and parents on navigating social relationships among youth.

Andrews et al. (2025) studied this question.

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