<![CDATA[Bullying is an aggressive behavior intentionally carried out in physical, verbal, or psychological forms with the aim of causing fear, pressure, or harm to the victim. If not properly addressed, such behavior can negatively affect adolescents’ mental health. Mental health refers to a state of well-being in which an individual realizes their potential, can cope with normal life stresses, work productively, and contribute to their community. This study aimed to determine the effect of bullying on the mental health of adolescents at SMPN 1 Darul Imarah, Aceh Besar Regency. This research employed an analytical observational quantitative design with a cross-sectional study approach. The population consisted of students from classes VIII-I, VIII-5, and IX-4, with a total sample of 88 respondents selected using purposive random sampling. Data were collected using bullying and mental health questionnaires, and analyzed with the Chi-Square test. The results showed a p-value of 0.001 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant relationship between bullying and adolescents’ mental health. It can be concluded that bullying behavior has a significant effect on students’ mental health. The use of questionnaires in this study proved effective in identifying students’ thought patterns and tendencies related to bullying behavior]]>
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