Cybervictimization and Its Negative Outcomes: The Impact of Behavior Management and Face-to-Face Bullying

• In Event: 31.058 - New Developments in Conflict Resolution and Violence Prevention

Abstract

The current study investigated the whether cyber-victimization and its negative consequences can be attenuated through effective behavior management and the reduction of traditional bullying in the school setting. Path analysis was conducted with the 2011 data (N=498) collected by the National Center for Education Statistics and the Bureau of Justice Statistics using the School Crime Supplement of the National Crime Victimization Survey. Results showed that victims of traditional bullying were also likely to become cyber-victims. Further, increased levels of cyber-victimization led to higher levels of fear, avoiding behaviors, lack of friends, weapon carrying, and engaging in physical conflicts. However, an effective behavior management at the school level has the potential of decreasing cyber-victimization by effectively addressing and preventing traditional bullying.

Authors

• Diana Luminita Mindrila, The University of West Georgia

• Lori Moore, University of West Georgia

• Pamela Davis, University of West Georgia