Matias Martinez

The lasting impact of youth bullying exposure on adult labor market outcomes: An inter-disciplinary review of the literature

Matias Martinez, Qinyou Hu, Jonathan D. Schaefer. January 2026

Topics: Student Well-Being

Tags: Returns to education and skills, School climate and culture, Stress and coping

Higher direct and indirect exposure to bullying has been linked to long-term increases in healthcare costs, worse mental health, and poorer social relationships as well as a reduction in human capital accumulation and economic productivity. Consequently, preventing and mitigating the long-… more →
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The impact of increasing school resources on peer victimization: Evidence from targeted funding on low-income families in Chile

Matias Martinez. September 2025

Topics: Policy, Politics, and Governance

Tags: Equity, High schools, Student supports

While a large body of literature has examined the impact of school spending on academic outcomes, far less is known about its effect on students’ socioemotional development and school experiences. This study contributes to narrowing this gap by evaluating the impact of a nationwide school… more →
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