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McLoughlin LT, Simcock G, Schwenn P, Beaudequin D, Boyes A, Parker M, Lagopoulos J, Hermens DF. Cyberpsychol. Behav. Soc. Netw. 2022; ePub(ePub): ePub. |
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(Copyright © 2022, Mary Ann Liebert Publishers) |
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35404094 |
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Abstract |
Social connectedness is well established as an important aspect of adolescence, with higher levels typically resulting in positive mental health and well-being. Cyberbullying is a prevalent concern during adolescence and is a significant contributor to poor mental health outcomes during this important phase of life. Research shows that social connectedness may act as a protective factor for mental health and well-being when young people experience cyberbullying. However, further research is required to elucidate associations between social connectedness, well-being, and cyberbullying over time. This article outlines preliminary findings from the Longitudinal Adolescent Brain Study (LABS). Data are reported from N = 64 LABS participants recruited at age 12 and assessed at four timepoints over a 12-month period, with a total of 204 completed assessments. Structural equation modeling revealed a mediating effect of social connectedness on the relationship between cyberbullying and well-being. In other words, the negative influences of cyberbullying and cybervictimization on well-being scores over time are influenced by levels of social connectedness. The present findings highlight that increased social connectedness in young people is vital to promoting positive well-being over time and can protect well-being in those experiencing cyberbullying and/or cybervictimization. Language: en |
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Keywords |
brain; youth; longitudinal; adolescence; mediation; well-being; cyberbullying; COMPAS-W; cybervictimization; social connectedness; structural equation modeling |