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School Ostracism and Social Anxiety among Tribal Adolescents .

Author(s) Ms. NOORJAHAN C J, Dr. S. Reshma Jamal
Country India
Abstract School ostracism is a subtle form of social exclusion. It shapes how adolescents see themselves and relate to peers. For tribal adolescents in India, school life unfolds across cultural and linguistic boundaries. These gaps can intensify experiences of being ignored or misunderstood. This study examined the link between school ostracism and social anxiety among tribal adolescents in Attappadi, Kerala.
A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 150 adolescents aged 14–18 years from the Irula, Muduga, and Kurumba communities. Data were gathered using the Ostracism Experience Scale for Adolescents (OES-A) and the Social Anxiety Questionnaire for Adolescents (SAQ-A30). Both instruments showed internal consistency (α = .91 and .93). Pearson’s correlation and linear regression were used for analysis.
The results showed a clear association between ostracism and social anxiety (r = .871, p < .01). Ostracism accounted for 75.9% of the variance in social anxiety. More than half of the participants reported high levels of both experiences.
The findings indicate that school ostracism is a psychological risk for tribal adolescents. They call for culturally responsive teaching, greater teacher sensitivity, and accessible mental health support.
Keywords: school ostracism; social anxiety; tribal adolescents; inclusion; culturally responsive education
Keywords school ostracism; social anxiety; tribal adolescents; inclusion; culturally responsive education
Field Sociology > Philosophy / Psychology / Religion
Published In Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-02-21
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