Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media
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Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media
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The Relation Between Social Media, Cyberbullying and Depression
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Abstract
The interaction between social media and its consequences, especially cyberbullying, has become a focal point of interest in both academic and public realms. In a digital era where technology reshapes communication landscapes, this study investigates the intricate connection between social media (SM) use and how it affects young children's violent behavior and mental health. This study is motivated by the rapid integration of technology into daily life and the imperative to comprehend the implications of these changes. Just as empathy's role in moral behavior has been explored, this research delves into the connection between SM and cyberbullying, especially among youth. The omnipresence of digital platforms brings both advantages and risks, exemplified by the emergence of cyberbullying. Unlike traditional bullying, online platforms amplify its reach and severity, particularly affecting youth, who are prolific SM users. Understanding this interplay between cyberbullying, mental health (MH), and SM is crucial. By drawing on the link between empathy and moral behavior, this research seeks to explore how SM influences these dynamics in evolving digital landscape.
Keywords
social media, cyberbullying, depression, youth
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The datasets used and/or analyzed during the current study will be available from the authors upon reasonable request.
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- Volume Title
- Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Interdisciplinary Humanities and Communication Studies
- ISBN (Print)
- 978-1-83558-173-5
- ISBN (Online)
- 978-1-83558-174-2
- Published Date
- 07 December 2023
- Series
- Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media
- ISSN (Print)
- 2753-7048
- ISSN (Online)
- 2753-7056
- DOI
- 10.54254/2753-7048/29/20231517
- Copyright
- 07 December 2023
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