Descriptive correlational research reveals social support mitigates psychological distress in adolescents affected by cyberbullying, indicating its protective role.
Key Points
Cyberbullying victimization significantly increases psychological distress in adolescents, highlighting the urgent need for intervention.
Analyses confirmed a strong positive correlation (r = .53) between cyberbullying victimization and psychological distress, with social support exhibiting a mitigative effect.
Structural equation modeling confirmed social support's mediating role, with solid fit indicators suggesting the model's validity.
The findings emphasize creating supportive environments in schools and families to combat mental health challenges arising from cyberbullying.