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Correlation Between Cyberbullying Victimization And Self-Harm Behavior In Adolescents In Surakarta

Year: 2025

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: This study aimed to examine the relationship between cyberbullying victimisation and self-harm behaviour among adolescents in Surakarta, Indonesia. Cyberbullying victimization, as a form of online aggression, has been linked to various adverse psychological outcomes, including self-harm. Methods: A quantitative research design was employed, using cluster sampling to select participants. The sample consisted of 803 adolescents aged 12-18 years. Data were collected using the Self-Harm Behavior Scale (? = 0.841) and the Cyberbullying Victimization Scale (? = 0.932). A simple linear regression analysis was conducted to test the hypothesis. Results: The study revealed a significant positive relationship between cyberbullying victimization and self-harm behavior (F = 12.256, p = 0.000). Cyberbullying victimization had a moderate correlation with self- harm (R = 0.4) and accounted for 15.7% of the variance in self-harm behavior (R² = 0.157). Conclusions: Cyberbullying victimization is significantly associated with self-harm behavior among adolescents in Surakarta. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to reduce cyberbullying and support adolescents at risk of self-harm. The study contributes to the literature on adolescent mental health and provides a basis for future research and policy recommendations.

Source: Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Social Science (ICSS)

DOI: 10.59188/icss.v4i1.263

Author: Fitri Rahma Basriyah Amin

Institution: Diponegoro University

Language: English

Topic: Bullying, Victimization, and Aggression

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414524116

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