Elektroničko nasilje među djecom i mladima

Abstract

Development of new technologies has brought about a new type of bullying, known as cyberbullying. It is a fairly novel phenomenon which has only been studied for the past twenty years. Due to sharing many similarities with traditional forms of bullying, there is an ongoing debate concerning the difference between cyberbullying and bullying. Some researchers claim it is just another type of bullying, while others perceive it as a separate phenomenon. There are various factors influencing the occurrence of cyberbullying, such as age, gender, peers or family, but the most prominent one is participation in traditional bullying. Consequences of cyberbullying are broad and well documented, ranging from deteriorated mental health to school issues. Prevention programs should be focused on recognizing different risk factors leading to cyberbullying with participation in bullying being the most important one.