Njomi Mukete
11/17/2024
Professor Yalpi
CYES201S
Article Review #2 Article Review 2 Cyberbullying and Cyberbullicide Ideation Among Jordanian
College Students
Cyberbullying and Cyberbullicide Concept among Jordanian College Students.
Introduction
But the number of cyberbullying incidents in recent years has been rising especially
among kids and college students. This act – aka cyberbullying, using the digital environment to
threaten, abuse, and bully someone – can have a serious impact, including mental health
problems and even, at extremes, cyberbullying ideation (thinking about suicide because of
cyberbullying). The following article is an exploration of cyberbullying and cyberbullying
ideation in Jordanian college students, with the social sciences reflected on the topic.
Principles of the Social Sciences
Cyberbullying has several underlying social sciences: psychology, sociology, and
communication studies. If you want to understand why people bully, you need a psychological
perspective on how online behavior affects mental health. Psychologically, peer networks and
collective behavior in the online world matter. Communication research reveals the impact of
social media and technology.
Research Questions or Hypotheses
In this research, there are some fundamental research questions:
How common is cyberbullying among Jordanian university students?
How often is cyberbullying associated with suicide/computerized self-injury?
What is the demographic profile of individuals at risk for being or experiencing cyberbullying?
The hypotheses may include:
H1: Cyberbullying experience and cyberbullying ideation are correlated strongly among
Jordanian undergraduates.
H2: Gender and social media use also predict cyberbullying experiences.
Research Methods
The study uses mixed methods in design and consists of quantitative and qualitative data
collection. They give surveys to collect statistical information about the incidence of
cyberbullying, and they also conduct interviews to understand more about personal experiences
and beliefs. The research also relies on focus group discussions to gather the individual stories of
the students to get a full picture of the effect of cyberbullying.
Data and Analysis
Quantitative data is the survey responses taken as numbers and compared with statistical
programs for patterns and associations. Qualitative analysis involves thematic labeling of
interviews and focus groups to identify themes around reasons for cyberbullying, emotions, and
social dynamics.
Relation to PowerPoint Concepts
Concepts introduced in related PowerPoint slideshows (the social-ecological model) have
a similar connection to what was found in this paper. The model centers on individual,
interpersonal, social, and social determinants of behavior. In this sense, the research points to
how subjective experiences relate to wider society and topics like how social media policies and
education can mitigate cyberbullying.
Impact on Marginalized Groups
Cyberbullying is a problem for the poorest students, those with disabilities, or LGBT
students at a higher rate. These groups are vulnerable to victimization and might lack support.
The paper stresses the necessity of specialized interventions that are multidimensional and
inclusive of these marginalized groups.
Contributions to Society
In total, the result of this research does something important for society by making people
aware of cyberbullying and its escalating impact. This study can help policymakers and
universities formulate effective prevention measures and support programs based on empirical evidence of the incidence in Jordanian college students. The research further points out the need
for an environment of respect and accountability online to better the lives of all students.
Conclusion
Cyberbullying and cyberbullied thinking are still very much a concern for Jordanian
college students. By using social science to investigate this phenomenon, scientists can learn
more about the nexus of causes of these behaviors and their effects. And it is with better research
and education that society can attempt to mitigate these difficulties, making our world safer and
more accommodating for all students.
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