title: Correlates of cyberbullying and how school nurses can respond.
abstract: Cyberbullying is one of many online risks that affect an increasing number of children and teenagers. This form of abuse often occurs under the radar of adults as it usually takes place outside of school and away from adult supervision. Moreover, bystanders and victims are often reluctant to report what they have experienced. School nurses might be among the first to witness the real-life consequences of this virtual behavior, as involvement in cyberbullying is often correlated with psychological and behavioral problems. For this reason, school nurses should know how to recognize the warning signs so that they can respond and intervene appropriately. This article provides a discussion of what cyberbullying is and a summary of research on factors associated with cyberbullying, in terms of both victimization and perpetration. It also provides school nurses with evidence-based strategies for responding effectively.
authors: Research Assistant, Department of Communication Studies, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.
authors: Joris
authors: J
authors: Van Ouytsel
authors: Associate Professor and Vice-Chairman, Department of Communication Studies, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.
authors: Michel
authors: M
authors: Walrave
authors: Associate Professor, Department of Communication Studies, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium.
authors: Heidi
authors: H
authors: Vandebosch
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000294:Adolescent Behavior / Q000523:psychology; D000374:Aggression / Q000523:psychology*; D058445:Bullying; D002648:Child; D002652:Child Behavior / Q000523:psychology; D019548:Crime Victims / Q000523:psychology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D008297:Male; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods*; D012573:School Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D012574:Schools / Q000458:organization & administration
keywords: behavioral problems; cyberbullying; electronic media; health problems; online harassment