The Impact of Verbal Abuse in The School Environment on Self-Confidence and Communication Skills of Elementary School Student

Abstract

Verbal abuse in the school environment, including insults, teasing, and bullying, negatively affects elementary school students' self-confidence and communication skills. Such abuse weakens students’ confidence, leading to withdrawal from social interactions and increased isolation. It also hampers their ability to communicate effectively, limiting active participation in classroom activities. This study aims to analyze the impact of verbal abuse on students' self-confidence and communication skills. Using a literature review approach, relevant studies on verbal abuse, self-confidence, and communication skills were examined. The findings reveal a strong correlation between self-confidence and communication ability, where a decline in confidence due to verbal abuse results in reduced communication effectiveness. To mitigate these effects, interventions involving social support from peers and confidence-building programs have proven effective. Therefore, schools must implement comprehensive anti-bullying policies to foster a safe and supportive learning environment that nurtures students’ emotional and social well-being.