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- Volume 2, Issue 2 2024
By Sadaf Maqsood1 ,Tahira Ijaz2
Keywords: Cyberbullying, Social Withdrawal, Psychological Effects, Prevention Strategies, Digital Literacy, Online Behavior
This qualitative study investigates the relationship between cyberbullying and social withdrawal in 12–20 years teenage population. The study reviews survey data collected from students at different frequencies from own educational institutions to analyze the extent of cyberbullying, its emotional effects and leading to the behavioral changes. The results show a notable correlation between cyberbullying and social withdrawal; a large number of the surveyed teenagers reported experiencing anxiety, trust issues, and indivisibility: the preference to chat with each other online instead of meeting in person. The findings highlight the importance of systemic change and networking support in facing this growing issue. Cyberbullying With its far-reaching implications on the mental and social health of adolescents, these days has become one of the most common problems faced by the society. This study explores the psychological and social mechanisms that explain the association between cyberbullying and social withdrawal. Using a mixed-methods approach, the investigation integrates quantitative methods via large-scale surveys assessing relationships between the prevalence of cyberbullying and the incidence of social withdrawal, with qualitative data collected through in-depth interviews and focus groups to provide rich, contextual accounts of cyberbullying experiences and response strategies. To provide a better understanding of the psychological mechanisms linking cyberbullying and social withdrawal, the findings have a target for the study. Based on identifying risk and protective factors, this study will guide the development of prevention and intervention programs. In addition, it highlights the need for digital literacy education and positive online culture as crucial measures to curb the negative impact of cyberbullying, thus contributing to improving interpersonal relationships in both online and offline environments.