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Risks and Protective Factors Associated to Homophobic Cyberbullying Among Youth.
Alberto Amadori1, S Henry Sherwood2, Stephen T Russell2
1Faculty of Education, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Bolzano, Italy.
Aggressive Behavior
|May 22, 2025
Summary
This study found that lower socio-emotional competencies and stronger homophobic social norms correlate with increased homophobic cyberbullying among adolescents. Interventions should address these factors, especially in heterosexual boys.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Cyberbullying Research
Background:
- Homophobic cyberbullying is a growing concern among adolescents.
- Limited research exists on its prevalence and contributing factors.
- A socioecological stigma framework offers a lens to understand this online aggression.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and correlates of homophobic cyberbullying in adolescents.
- To examine the association between socio-emotional competencies, homophobic social norms, and homophobic cyberbullying.
- To explore the moderating role of socio-emotional competencies in this relationship.
Main Methods:
- A parallel survey of 3807 Italian youth (mean age 16.69) was conducted.
- Multiple linear regression models with interaction effects were used.
- Data were collected through in-school and online surveys.
Main Results:
- Heterosexual boys reported higher rates of homophobic cyberbullying.
- Socio-emotional competencies were negatively associated with homophobic cyberbullying.
- Homophobic social norms were positively associated with homophobic cyberbullying.
Conclusions:
- Socio-emotional competencies can mitigate the impact of homophobic social norms on homophobic cyberbullying.
- Interventions should challenge gendered and heteronormative beliefs.
- Educational settings and peer networks are crucial for promoting critical reflection on masculinity and sexuality.
Keywords:
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