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Cyberbullying Toward Māori Is Rife in New Zealand: Incidences and Demographic Differences in Experiences of Cyberbullying Among Māori

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From Māori Health Review Issue 95
Authors:
  • Houkamau C et al.
Summary:

A large New Zealand study has highlighted the prevalence of cyberbullying in Māori adults. Individuals aged 18-83 years (n = 6,529) who completed the questionnaire-based Māori Identity and Financial Attitudes Study in 2017 were included in the present study. On average, 19.3% of participants reported ever experiencing cyberbullying, and 4.1% reported experiencing cyberbullying within the past month. When analysed by age group, young adults (aged 18-25 years) experienced the highest rates of cyberbullying. Rates of cyberbullying were also higher among women and those identifying as a minority sexual orientation compared with men and heterosexuals. Individuals who identified as Māori as one of their multiple ethnicities experienced higher rates of cyberbullying than those who identified as Māori only. The study discusses practical and theoretical implications in light of Māori mental health outcomes.

Comment:
This research is close to my heart, as my 10-year-old experienced online bullying from ‘friends’ last year. Our young people will become increasingly exposed to cyberbullying with online learning and reduced opportunities for social interactions. Thankfully the school was incredible in its response, but we’ve had to take action as a whānau too. There are some great practical tips outlined in this paper.
Reference: Cyberpsychol Behav Soc Netw. 2021;24(12):822-830.
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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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