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Aversive Peer Experiences on Social Networking Sites: Development of the S ocial N etworking‐ P eer E xperiences Q uestionnaire ( SN ‐ PEQ )

Year: 2013

Type: article

Abstract: Cyber victimization is an important research area, yet little is known about aversive peer experiences on social networking sites ( SNS s), which are used extensively by youth and host complex social exchanges. Across samples of adolescents ( n = 216) and young adults ( n = 214), we developed the S ocial N etworking‐ P eer E xperiences Q uestionnaire ( SN ‐ PEQ ) and examined its psychometric properties, distinctiveness from traditional peer victimization measures, and associations with internalized distress. The SN ‐ PEQ demonstrated strong factorial invariance and a single‐factor structure that was distinct from other forms of peer victimization. Negative SNS experiences were associated with youths' symptoms of social anxiety and depression, even when controlling for traditional peer victimization. Findings highlight the importance of examining the effects of aversive peer experiences that occur via social media.

Source: Journal of Research on Adolescence

DOI: 10.1111/jora.12022

Authors: Ryan R. Landoll, Annette M. La Greca, Betty S. Lai

Institution: University of Miami

Language: English

Topic: Bullying, Victimization, and Aggression

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

Funder: Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development