Phenomenon of Bullying and Cyberbullying in the Modern Educational Area of Ukraine

The article analyses in detail the phenomenon of bullying and cyberbullying in the modern educational space of Ukraine, highlighting its serious impact on the student's mental and physical health.The purpose of the study is to systematically examine the effects of bullying and cyberbullying on academic performance, self-esteem, and the development of psychosocial problems among students, as well as to develop recommendations for improving the effectiveness of countering these phenomena in Ukrainian schools.The methodology includes an analysis of national and international approaches to combating bullying, a comparison of the effectiveness of existing methods, and the adaptation of international experience to the specifics of the Ukrainian educational environment.The scientific novelty of the work lies in the integration of international practices into domestic realities, in particular, in the development of individualized prevention and intervention programs that consider the socio-cultural characteristics of Ukraine and the level of digital literacy of students and teachers.Particular attention is paid to the need to take into account national and regional peculiarities in the development of anti-bullying strategies.The conclusions of the article emphasize the importance of a systematic approach to the problem, including training of teaching staff, active participation of parents in the process of countering Актуальні питання у сучасній науці № 8(26) 2024 731 bullying, and development and implementation of effective policies at the level of educational institutions and the State as a whole.Thus, the article identifies the existing problems and challenges and offers specific practical recommendations for their solution.In particular, it emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary cooperation and a comprehensive approach to creating effective anti-bullying programs, including teacher training, parental involvement, and the development of appropriate policies to ensure a safe and supportive environment for student development.This paper aims to contribute to improving the educational environment in Ukraine by implementing evidence-based strategies to counter bullying and cyberbullying.