Annotated Bibliography: Cyberbullying and Adolescent Health

This annotated bibliography examines the current literature on the impact of cyberbullying on adolescent health, focusing on the psychological and behavioral consequences of cyber victimization and perpetration. The review highlights a strong correlation between cyberbullying and negative health outcomes, including increased depressive affect, anxiety, loneliness, suicidal behavior, and somatic symptoms among victims, as well as increased substance use, aggression, and delinquent behaviors among perpetrators. The research emphasizes the unique characteristics of cyberbullying, such as its wide reach, permanence of content, and lack of direct accountability, which contribute to its harmful effects. The bibliography also discusses mediating and moderating processes that influence the relationship between cyberbullying and adolescent health and suggests the need for longitudinal studies to better understand the long-term effects. Furthermore, it addresses prevention and intervention efforts aimed at reducing cyberbullying and its associated harms, providing valuable insights for practitioners, healthcare providers, educators, and scholars working to address this growing public health concern. The assignment is part of the HPS202/772 course, and contributes 20% to the final unit mark.