The Psychological Effects Of Cyberbullying On Youth In The Age Of Digital Media

Abstract

Young people's communication, socialization, and interaction have changed as a result of the increasing use of digital media, but there are also new difficulties brought about by it, most notably cyberbullying. A rising problem that disproportionately impacts young people is cyberbullying, which is the intentional use of internet media to hurt, harass, or threaten others. The psychological impacts of cyberbullying on teenagers are examined in this essay, with particular attention paid to how it affects social interactions, mental health, and academic achievement. According to the research, people who are cyberbullied frequently suffer from elevated anxiety, sadness, and loneliness. Long-term psychological problems including low self-esteem and, in extreme situations, suicidal thoughts or actions might result from these emotional difficulties. The study also looks at how cyberbullying hinders academic engagement and social development, which results in subpar academic achievement and social disengagement. This essay highlights how urgently effective intervention techniques are needed.