Dan Olweus

Dan Olweus is a Norwegian psychologist known for his pioneering work in the field of bullying prevention. In the 1970s, he developed the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, which aims to reduce bullying in schools and promote a positive social environment. His research identified key characteristics of bullying, including its repetitive nature and power imbalances between the bully and the victim. Olweus’s work has had a significant impact on how schools and communities address bullying, providing evidence-based strategies to foster safer and more supportive environments for children and adolescents.