Exhibit 1: Trends of Teacher Abuse
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This image is exhibit one in the article Many Teachers are Victimized by Students and the School’s Response Matters for Their Well-Being.
| Type of Victimization | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thefts/Vandalism | 26% | 27% | 25% | 18% |
| Physical Assault | 8% | 5% | 7% | 6% |
| Sexual Assault/Harassment | 11% | 8% | 7% | 6% |
| Verbal Abuse | 44% | 44% | 46% | 43% |
| Non-Physical Contact Aggression | 34% | 35% | 35% | 29% |
| Cyberbullying | 7% | 8% | 8% | 8% |
| In-Person Bullying | 17% | 13% | 13% | 12% |