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How common is cyberbullying among adults?

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Gender, age and ethnic differences in the prevalence of cyberbullying were explored in a national sample of 20,849 New Zealand adults. A total of 2.2% of respondents reported being victims of cyberbullying in the past month and a further 14.9% reported past incidences of cyberbullying. The highest levels of cyberbullying were reported in the group aged 18–25 years and the lowest levels were reported in the group aged ≥66 years. Women reported slightly higher rates of ever experiencing cyberbullying than men. Māori and Pasifika reported higher levels of cyberbullying than Asians and Europeans.

Comment:
Very interesting. I hadn’t actually considered the impact of cyberbullying on health/well-being, let alone think that Māori may be more exposed to it than other peoples. I’ll talk to my team about adding a specific question to our screening tools.
Reference: Cyberpsychol Behav Soc Netw. 2019;22(11):736-741.
Independent commentary by Dr. Matire Hardwood

Dr Matire Harwood (Ngapuhi) has worked in Hauora Māori, primary health and rehabilitation settings as clinician and researcher since graduating from Auckland Medical School in 1994. She also holds positions on a number of boards, committees and advisory groups including the Health Research Council. Matire lives in Auckland with her whānau including partner Haunui and two young children Te Rangiura and Waimarie.

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