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Cat-Tuong Phuoc Nguyen1, Quynh-Anh Ngoc Nguyen2, Mai-Huong Thi Phan3
1Hue University of Education-Hue University, Vietnam.
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Adolescence is a critical period where peer relationships shape psychological well-being. Negative peer experiences (NPEs), including peer rejection, bullying, and cyberbullying, contribute to emotional and behavioral difficulties. This study developed the Negative Peer Experiences Questionnaire for Adolescents (NPEQA) to comprehensively assess NPEs. Data from 1,505 Vietnamese adolescents supported a three-dimensional model, validated through exploratory and confirmatory factor analyses. The NPEQA demonstrated strong reliability (α = .75-.91) and construct validity. Regression analysis identified bullying as the strongest predictor of mental health challenges, followed by peer rejection and cyberbullying (R2 = .27). Interaction effects revealed complex influences on emotional and behavioral outcomes. NPEQA serves as a valuable tool for identifying at-risk adolescents and evaluating interventions. By addressing the evolving nature of NPEs, this study provides insights for educators, counselors, and policymakers in supporting adolescent mental health in the digital age.
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