Prevalence and Predictors of Cyberbullying Perpetration by High School Seniors

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Abstract

Guided by the communication skills deficiency model and previous research on cyberbullying, this study looked at the effects of seven predictor variables on cyberbullying perpetration. 1,606 incoming freshmen at a large university completed an online survey measuring all predictor and dependent variables. Results indicate that only verbal aggression and risky behaviors emerged as significant predictors of cyberbullying behavior. These results have important theoretical and practical implications for those interested in developing cyberbullying prevention interventions.

Authors

• Anthony Roberto, Arizona State Univ

• Jen Eden, Arizona State Univ

• Matthew W. Savage, Arizona State University

• Douglas Deiss, Arizona State University

• Leslie Ramos Salazar, Arizona State University