Does the association with psychosomatic health problems differ between cyberbullying and traditional bullying?

Beckman, Linda J.; Hagquist, Curt; Hellström, Lisa

doi:10.1080/13632752.2012.704228

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“…The cross sectional strength of association between peer victimisation and later depressive symptoms in childhood has been reported to be similar for cyberbullying and other peer victimisation. Furthermore, most victims report experiencing both forms 32 33…”

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Peer victimisation during adolescence and its impact on depression in early adulthood: prospective cohort study in the United Kingdom

2016

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PartiCiPants 6719 participants who reported on peer victimisation at age 13 years. Main OutCOMe MeasuresDepression defined according to international classification of diseases, 10th revision (ICD-10) criteria, assessed using the clinical interview schedule-revised during clinic assessments with participants when they were aged 18 years. 3898 participants had data on both victimisation by peers at age 13 years and depression at age 18 years. resultsOf the 683 participants who reported frequent victimisation at age 13 years, 101 (14.8%) were depressed according to ICD-10 criteria at 18 years; of the 1446 participants reporting some victimisation at age 13 years, 103 (7.1%) were depressed at age 18 years; and of the 1769 participants reporting no victimisation at age 13 years, 98 (5.5%) were depressed at age 18 years. Compared with children who were not victimised those who were frequently victimised by peers had over a twofold increase in odds of depression (odds ratio 2.96, 95% confidence interval 2.21 to 3.97, P<0.001). This association was slightly reduced when adjusting for confounders (2.32, 1.49 to 3.63, P<0.001). The population attributable fraction suggested that 29.2% (95% confidence interval 10.9% to 43.7%) of depression at age 18 years could be explained by peer victimisation if this were a causal relation. COnClusiOnWhen using observational data it is impossible to be certain that associations are causal. However, our results are consistent with the hypothesis that victimisation by peers in adolescence is associated with an increase in the risk of developing depression as an adult.

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Peer victimisation during adolescence and its impact on depression in early adulthood: prospective cohort study in the United Kingdom

2016

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“…Additionally, adolescents’ grade level moderated these negative effects, with high school students who were both perpetrators and victims of cyberbullying reporting the highest levels of anxiety, depression, and the most physical health problems. Similarly, Beckman et al22 surveyed Swedish adolescents and found a positive relationship between involvement with cyberbullying and psychosomatic difficulties, including increased difficulty sleeping, stomachaches, headaches, and a lack of appetite, with adolescents who were both victims and perpetrators experiencing the most severe psychosomatic symptoms. Finally, Sourander et al28 investigated the relationship between cyberbullying and psychiatric and psychosomatic problems among Finnish adolescents.…”

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“…Another inconsistency in the literature includes the use of different reference points when assessing adolescents’ involvement with cyberbullying. For example, some researchers have asked adolescents to think about their experiences with cyberbullying within the last year,17–19 while others have inquired about adolescents’ experiences within the past 9 months,20 or the past couple of months 21,22. Given these methodological inconsistencies, it is not surprising that the prevalence rates of cyberbullying victimization and perpetration vary widely.…”

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Current perspectives: the impact of cyberbullying on adolescent health

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2014

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Cyberbullying has become an international public health concern among adolescents, and as such, it deserves further study. This paper reviews the current literature related to the effects of cyberbullying on adolescent health across multiple studies worldwide and provides directions for future research. A review of the evidence suggests that cyberbullying poses a threat to adolescents’ health and well-being. A plethora of correlational studies have demonstrated a cogent relationship between adolescents’ involvement in cyberbullying and negative health indices. Adolescents who are targeted via cyberbullying report increased depressive affect, anxiety, loneliness, suicidal behavior, and somatic symptoms. Perpetrators of cyberbullying are more likely to report increased substance use, aggression, and delinquent behaviors. Mediating/moderating processes have been found to influence the relationship between cyberbullying and adolescent health. More longitudinal work is needed to increase our understanding of the effects of cyberbullying on adolescent health over time. Prevention and intervention efforts related to reducing cyberbullying and its associated harms are discussed.

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“…12 However, another study of Swedish adolescents found that both cyberbullies and cybervictims have similar increased risk for mental health problems. 13 Furthermore, adolescents who are involved in cyberbullying as both bullies and victims have been found to be most at risk for negative mental and physical health consequences. 9,14 While previous cyberbullying literature has largely focused on younger adolescents, emerging research has also begun to study this phenomenon in college students.…”

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Cyberbullying, Depression, and Problem Alcohol Use in Female College Students: A Multisite Study

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Kota

Chan

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Cyberpsychology, Behavior, and Social Networking

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Cyberbullying and its effects have been studied largely in middle and high school students, but less is known about cyberbullying in college students. This cross-sectional study investigated the relationship between involvement in cyberbullying and depression or problem alcohol use among college females. Two hundred and sixty-five female students from four colleges completed online surveys assessing involvement in cyberbullying behaviors. Participants also completed the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) to assess depressive symptoms and the Alcohol Use Disorder Identification Test (AUDIT) to assess problem drinking. Logistic regression tested associations between involvement in cyberbullying and either depression or problem drinking. Results indicated that 27% of participants had experienced cyberbullying in college; 17.4% of all participants met the criteria for depression (PHQ-9 score q10), and 37.5% met the criteria for problem drinking (AUDIT score q8). Participants with any involvement in cyberbullying had increased odds of depression. Those involved in cyberbullying as bullies had increased odds of both depression and problem alcohol use. Bully/ victims had increased odds of depression. The four most common cyberbullying behaviors were also associated with increased odds for depression, with the highest odds among those who had experienced unwanted sexual advances online or via text message. Findings indicate that future longitudinal study of cyberbullying and its effects into late adolescence and young adulthood could contribute to the prevention of associated comorbidities in this population.

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Does the association with psychosomatic health problems differ between cyberbullying and traditional bullying?

Cited by 137 publications

References 29 publications

Peer victimisation during adolescence and its impact on depression in early adulthood: prospective cohort study in the United Kingdom

Peer victimisation during adolescence and its impact on depression in early adulthood: prospective cohort study in the United Kingdom

Current perspectives: the impact of cyberbullying on adolescent health

Cyberbullying, Depression, and Problem Alcohol Use in Female College Students: A Multisite Study

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