France info – Figures show sharp increase in bullying among young people

To mark the release of 5th annual barometer  e-Enfance / 3018 on bullying and cyberbullying among young people (aged 6–18), conducted by the Audirep institute with the support of Caisse d'Épargne*, Justine Atlan, the Association's Chief Executive Officer, emphasises the importance of better protecting children from an early age and taking action to address the suffering of victims.

 «The suffering of young victims of bullying is striking: loss of confidence, anxiety disorders, suicidal thoughts... These deep traumas that affect children from an early age can no longer be ignored.». Justine Atlan

The article highlights the amplifying role of digital uses, revealing that 65% of primary school children already use social media. In light of this observation, Samuel Comblez, deputy director general of e-Enfance, points out that these figures confirm the urgent need to strengthen prevention measures and regulate access to platforms for children under the age of 13.

Read the full article: 30 October 2025 – Bullying: 35% of young people affected as early as primary school, a sharp increase in one year, according to a study