Journal article
Social Connectedness, Cyberbullying, and Well-being: Preliminary Findings from the Longitudinal Adolescent Brain Study
CyberPsychology, Behavior and Social Networking, Vol.25(5), pp.301-309
2022
PMID: 35404094
Appears in Thompson Institute Research Collection
Abstract
Social connectedness is well established as an important aspect of adolescence, with higher levels typically resulting in positive mental health and well-being. Cyberbullying is a prevalent concern during adolescence and is a significant contributor to poor mental health outcomes during this important phase of life. Research shows that social connectedness may act as a protective factor for mental health and well-being when young people experience cyberbullying. However, further research is required to elucidate associations between social connectedness, well-being, and cyberbullying over time. This article outlines preliminary findings from the Longitudinal Adolescent Brain Study (LABS). Data are reported from N = 64 LABS participants recruited at age 12 and assessed at four timepoints over a 12-month period, with a total of 204 completed assessments. Structural equation modeling revealed a mediating effect of social connectedness on the relationship between cyberbullying and well-being. In other words, the negative influences of cyberbullying and cybervictimization on well-being scores over time are influenced by levels of social connectedness. The present findings highlight that increased social connectedness in young people is vital to promoting positive well-being over time and can protect well-being in those experiencing cyberbullying and/or cybervictimization. Findings can inform cyberbullying education programs, health care practitioners, parents, and educators on the importance of young people remaining socially connected when experiencing cyberbullying and/or cybervictimization.
Details
- Title
- Social Connectedness, Cyberbullying, and Well-being: Preliminary Findings from the Longitudinal Adolescent Brain Study
- Authors
- Larisa T McLoughlin (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson InstituteGabrielle Simcock (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson InstitutePaul Schwenn (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson InstituteDenise Beaudequin (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson InstituteAmanda Boyes (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson InstituteMarcella Parker (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson InstituteJim Lagopoulos (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson InstituteDaniel F Hermens (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Thompson Institute
- Publication details
- CyberPsychology, Behavior and Social Networking, Vol.25(5), pp.301-309
- Publisher
- Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. Publishers
- Date published
- 2022
- DOI
- 10.1089/cyber.2020.0539
- ISSN
- 2152-2723
- PMID
- 35404094
- Organisation Unit
- Graduate Research School; Thompson Institute
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99629437702621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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