I. INTRODUCTION
Recent technological developments have raised the number of unpleasant social
interactions, known as Cyberbullying. Being harassed is regarded as a global public health
problem in adolescents. In relation to adolescents' psychological development which frequently
lasts into adulthood. Publicity, permanence (i.e., single acts leading to repeated harassments
through views and distribution by others), and the permeability of online messaging all
contribute to the negative effects on adolescents' mental health. Multiple studies have found that
adolescents who are cyberbullied by friends or peers are more likely to develop mental health
issues, such as low self-esteem, loneliness, depression, and suicidal ideation.
Importantly, even if the victimization is low, victims of cyberbullying among adolescents
are at a higher risk of future mental health problems. Furthermore, several cross-sectional and
longitudinal studies have found that being a victim of cyberbullying is associated with an
increased risk of suicidal ideation, self-harm, and suicide attempts. Existing research has looked
at a variety of factors, including a lack of peer support, emotional intelligence, violent behavior,
substance use, and access to social media and the internet, that may influence the link between
cyberbullying victimization and various types of mental health disorders. In addition, multiple
studies found that adolescent girls' mental health was worse than boys' due to cyberbullying
exposure. Female adolescents are more likely than males to be victims of cyberbullying, which
can lead to mental health issues.
A growing body of literature suggests that depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation are
more common in adolescents and young adults who drink alcohol, smoke tobacco, or use illegal
drugs. Furthermore, previous research has shown the co-occurrence of conduct problems and
depressed mood among individuals, which increases their risk of suicidal ideation. Furthermore,
adolescent mental health was significantly associated with family socioeconomic status, as
measured by family income and parental educational attainment. A meta-analysis of 55 studies
involving children and adolescents aged four to 18 years revealed that low socioeconomic status
was associated with higher rates of mental health problems over time. Furthermore, children and
adolescents from low-income families were two to three times more likely to develop depression
and other mental health problems. A number of social determinants, including place of residence,
religion, race or ethnicity, work, and education, are thought to influence depression and suicidal
thoughts in adolescents and young adults, particularly in the Indian context.
II. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLE
This study focuses to the effects of cyber bullying in social media on the adolescents
behavior.
Specifically, this study needs to answer the following questions;
1. What are the number of people who experience cyberbullying?
2. Percentage of depressive and suicidal attemp of the adolescents?
3. Percentage of cyberbullying victimization through mobile internet among adolescents
men and women?
III.
PRESENTATION OF DATA
Figure 1: Percentage of males and females having depressive symptoms and suicidal
ideation.
Figure 2; Trend of cyberbullying victimization through mobile/internet among adolescent
males and females.
IV. CONCLUSION
The current study contributes to a growing body of evidence on the impact of
cyberbullying victimization on depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation in adolescents and
young adults. According to our findings, victims of cyberbullying are more likely to experience
depression and suicidal ideation. As a result, cyberbullying and related mental health issues must
be addressed with more effective strategies, such as increasing adolescent and young adult
population awareness of the nuances of online harassments. Additionally, emphasis should be
placed on promoting healthy internet use, protecting online activities, and providing knowledge
of coping and help-seeking skills.
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Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region I
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ILOCOS NORTE
Marcos National High School-Agunit Campus
Brgy. Pacifico, Marcos, Ilocos Norte
“A STUDY ON THE EFFECTS OF CYBER
BULLYING ON SOCIAL MEDIA TOWARDS
ADOLESCENT’S”
In Partial Fulfillments in the Requirement
UNDERSTANDING CULTURE, SCIENCE, AND POLITICS
S.Y 2022-2023
Presented to:
MYLENE T. LUCAS
Presented by:
ROGER ALEJANDRO JR.
VINCE TROY RUMBAOA