53.1 Cyberbullying: Introduction, Definition, and Impact on Mental Health in Youth

Abstract

Cyberbullying is defined as repetitive and nonaccidental harm that is perpetrated through the digital world via electronic devices. Name calling, threats, rumor spreading, and sharing of explicit images are some of the possible scenarios that can occur in the electronic world. This differs from traditional bullying because it is not limited to face-to-face verbal or physical aggression.