Appearance-related cyberbullying and its association with the desire to alter physical appearance among adolescent females.

ABSTRACT: Cyberbullying is associated with various mental health concerns in adolescents, including body dissatisfaction and disordered eating behaviours. However, there is a significant research gap concerning the unique effects of appearance-related cyberbullying (ARC) on adolescent mental health. This study examined the prevalence and psychological consequences of ARC among middle to late adolescent females (aged 14-19 years, M_age = 15.98, N = 336). Participants completed an online survey regarding their experiences of ARC, body image variables, and eating disorder symptomology. Findings indicate the widespread occurrence of ARC among adolescent females, with body shape and size emerging as predominant targets. Experiences of ARC-victimisation positively correlated with increased conce

SUBMITTER: Prince T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11365200 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature