Understanding the Victim–Perpetrator Overlap in Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence Among South Korean Adolescents

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Abstract

Technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV) has become an urgent global issue, particularly among adolescents who actively navigate digital spaces. While growing research has focused on victims or offenders in isolation, the victim–offender overlap in TFGBV remains underexplored—despite its critical implications for understanding cycles of harm. This study investigates the psychosocial and sociocultural factors associated with both victimization and perpetration in TFGBV among South Korean adolescents, drawing on nationally representative survey data from the South Korean National Youth Policy Institute. Specifically, it examines the roles of gender, gender role stereotypes, parental monitoring and support, academic stress, relationships with peers and teachers, participation in relevant education, and engagement with digital platforms to better understand the pathways that lead adolescents to become both victims and offenders. Situated within the broader discourse of international criminology, this study underscores the need for integrated prevention and intervention approaches that address the interconnected nature of victimization and offending. Findings will offer evidence-based insights for policymakers, educators, and digital safety advocates, emphasizing the importance of early intervention, digital literacy, and robust social support systems in addressing and mitigating TFGBV among youth.

Author

• Hyeseon Noh, University of South Carolina