Ecologically Based Assessment & Intervention for Schools
Bully Survey System
The Swearer Bully Survey System (Swearer, 2001) is an important tool for data-based decision-making. The Bully Survey System includes several versions: (1) elementary (BYS-E; 42), (2) middle and high school (BYS-S; 41 items), (3) teacher (BYS-T; 28 items), (4) parent (BYS-P; 24 items), and (5) a short form (BYS-SHORT; 3 items). All versions are equivalent, so that comparisons across students, teachers, and parents can be made. 

Preview the Bully Survey - Middle and High School Version.

Results from the Bully Survey allow school personnel and critical stakeholders to understand the characteristics of the bullying behaviors that are taking place in their schools and communities. Results are then used to make data-based intervention strategies and choices.

There are six versions of the Bully Survey: (1)
Elementary (grades 3-5), (2) Youth (grades 6-12), (3) Teacher, (4) Parent, and (5) Short Form. All Surveys can be administered electronically on-line or by or paper-and-pencil. The Bully Survey can be purchased for use in schools and organizations that work with youth.

The Advantages of the Swearer Bully Survey System

  • Provides a comprehensive examination of the nature and extent of bullying and victimization in individual schools and/or school districts.
  • Provides professional presentation to staff and parents regarding assessment results.
  • Prevention and intervention components most likely to be effective for your school will be developed from an analysis of your data and an anti-bullying action plan will be collaboratively developed. 

Swearer Bully Survey System Administration
All Surveys can be administered electronically or paper-and-pencil. The Bully Survey can be purchased for use in schools and organizations that work with youth. Schools can also participate in on-going Target Bullying research projects. If you're interested in that option, please contact Dr. Swearer through the Contact Us section of the website and indicate that you're interested in participating in a research project.

For more Information:
If you're interested in purchasing The Bully Survey  for your school or organization, please visit the Order Information page.

Order Information
The Bully Survey is now being published through H&H Publishing. At their website, you can find more information on pricing, benefits of using The Bully Survey, and purchasing options.

H&H Publishing - The Bully Survey

Research Studies
The Target Bully team has ongoing research studies which typically involve examining areas possibly related to bullying such as anxiety, depression, and dating violence. If you would like to participate or would like more information about these studies, please visit the Contact Us page and let us know.
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