Effect of Cyber Bullying on Self-Esteem and Self-Efficacy of Adolescents

Abstract

This study examines the influence of cyberbullying on adolescents’ self-esteem and self- efficacy. Data from 120 adolescents were analyzed using Pearson correlations and multiple linear regressions. The findings indicate no significant correlation between cyberbullying and self-esteem (r = 0.01003, p = 0.913) or self-efficacy (r = -0.07636, p = 0.407). Moreover, the collective impact of cyberbullying on both self-esteem and self-efficacy was weak and non- significant (F (1, 118) = 0.69, p = 0.407). This suggests that cyberbullying does not have a substantial linear relationship with these aspects of adolescents’ well-being. The study highlights the complexity of adolescent well-being, influenced by diverse factors beyond cyberbullying, including individual differences and coping strategies. Future research should explore these intricate relationships further, considering a broader range of determinants of adolescents’ well-being.