The Impact of Cyberbullying on the Mental Health of the Grade 12 ICT

Students

Submitted to:

Mr. Mark Angelo Galaura

Submitted by:

John Benedict Badiang

Zeimon Caparos

Johndels Lapada

Mohammad AI_ameen Novicio

Charles Yodico

Xander Albisa Stamaria

Jhomar Gonzalvo

Alwyn Villariez-
 Chapter I

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

Introduction

In just over twenty years, digital technologies have burst into our life in all

forms so radically and profoundly that we can assert that the media and

communicative ecosystem was clearly transformed in the last quarter of the twentieth

century. From the hegemonic model of the mass media we have moved to a model of

production and dissemination of information characterized by a huge variety of

personalized communicative processes.(Area, Gutiérrez, & Vidal, 2012).

Now, young people are the social group that has been most influenced by these

technologies (Fundación Telefónica, 2016). Transferring traditional problems and

adapting it to the digital world of the internet, as they born into the world of

technologies and adapt them to their daily chores in a seemingly almost a Mechanical

and Unnoticeable way (Amichai-Hamburger & Barak, 2009; López & Solano, 2011;

Solano, González, & López, 2013).

The fact that technologies have become a normal part of our lives has meant that

bullying and other problems have shifted towards the virtual, hence complicating

possible solutions. While before peer harassment occurred mainly at school, today

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) means that children now have no

place to “hide” from this problem. This and other features, like anonymity, have led

many people to believe that this problem is more serious than traditional bullying.

Compared to traditional bullying, Cyber bullying leads an individual to experience

mental health issues like depression, increased stress, anxiety, leads to violent actions,

self harm and low self-esteem

 The purpose of this study is to find out the relation among cyberbullying and the

mental health on grade 12 ICT

Background

Cyberbullying has a significant negative impact on a student's mental health since

teenagers are self-conscious and cruel remarks should be avoided when they are

upset.

Cyberbullying can occur over the phone or online (through e-mail, instant messaging,

social networks, and videos on various portals) (e.g. by WhatsApp or annoying calls).

The perpetrator, sometimes referred to as the "bully," typically acts in secret so that

the victim is unaware of their identity.

Since 2015, there has been a 55% increase in the proportion of students reporting

being the target of cyberbullying, more than tripling since 2007.

The majority of victims of cyberbullying are children aged 9 to 10 who are harassed

on gaming platforms, while teenagers aged 13 to 16 are harassed on social media.

The proposed study to seeks to identify the impact of Cyberbullying to the mental

health of the Grade 12 ICT, and to discover what possible strategies suggested by

respondents for combating cyberbullying. With the help of Grade 12 ICT students

studying at Philippine Christian University S. Y. 2022-2023 as the research subjects,

the researchers will be able to see their perspective and approach in terms of media

consumption.

Statement of the Problem

The purpose of this research is to determine how cyberbullying affects the

mental health of Philippine Christian University students. The researchers used the

information to determine how bullying affects students by asking the following

questions:

1. What is the relationship of depression, anxiety, and stress on academic

performance amongst Grade 12 ICT students?

2. What is the relationship between Cyberbullying and mental health amongst

Grade 12 ICT students?

3. What is the relationship between Cyberbullying and grades amongst Grade

12 ICT students?

4. What is the relationship between Cyberbullying and exam scores amongst

Grade 12 ICT students?

What is the relationship between Cyberbullying and suicidal thoughts

amongst Grade 12 ICT students?

Theoretical Framework

Two theoretical frameworks were used to support the study: the social learning theory
developed by Albert Bandura [12] and the general strain theory developed by Robert
Agnew [13] (Figure 1).Social learning theory [12] reflects the understanding that a
person learns and develops attitudes, behaviors, and emotional reactions by observing
others’ actions.
 Conceptional Framework

The conceptual framework of this study uses the Input-process-output model where it
shows the process that the research went through.

Input Process Output

- Academic - Survey For -To improve and give

performance Respondents better treatment to the
victims.
- Exam scores - Data Collection and
Analysis -Give more recognition
- Grades to the Cyberbullying
situation.
- Social life

Hypothesis

The impact of social media in the twenty-first century is huge and extensive. Its role is

simply impossible to ignore especially with reference to the young people or

adolescents. Bullying is an aggressive behaviour that seeks to control, harm or

threaten others.

Scope and Limitations

The first aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of adolescents and adults

engaged in cyberbullying and to examine the coping mechanisms and comorbidity

factors associated with the cyberbullied people.

The researchers will only focus on Grade 12 ICT students of Philippine Christian

University.
Significance of the Study

In this research, the researchers aim to find out the various reasons for the

cyberbullying of adolescents in PCU SHS in the current era. The results and outcomes

of this study will guide and help with the following:

Students - This research will help students to expand their knowledge about Cyber

bullying , how to avoid it, and teach students to be more aware about their actions.

Teachers - this research will help teachers to increase their knowledge about this so

that they can teach their students and other.

Parents - it will help parents to have knowledge that they can teach their children.

Because of this, parents can know if their children are victim of bullying or if their

children are the bullies.

Future researchers - this will be helpful because they will be given guidance about

this topic that they can add and expand further.

Definition of Terms

hegemonic model - The processes by which dominant culture maintains its dominant
position.

anonymity - the condition of being anonymous.

adolescence - is the period of transition between childhood and adulthood.

comorbidity - the simultaneous presence of two or more diseases or medical

conditions in a patient.

prevalence - the fact that something is very common or happens often.

Chapter II

RELATED LITERATURE

Current perspectives: The impact of cyberbullying on adolescent health

Adolescents who are targeted via cyberbullying report increased depressive affect,

anxiety, loneliness, suicidal behavior, and somatic symptoms. Perpetrators of

cyberbullying are more likely to report increased substance use, aggression, and

delinquent behaviors.

According to Charisse L. Nixon, cyberbullying involves hurting someone else using

information and communication technologies. This may include sending harassing

messages (Via text or Internet). Unfortunately, cyberbullying behavior has come to be

accepted and expected among adolescents. Compared to traditional bullying,

cyberbullying is unique in that it reaches an unlimited audience with increased

exposure across time and space, preserves words and images in a more permanent

state, and lacks supervision.

In the same article, cyberbullying has emerged as a relatively new form of bullying

within the last decade. This new focus on cyberbullying has, in part, been driven by

recent news media highlighting the connection between cyberbullying and adolescent

suicides (US News, 2013), with one of the most recent cases involving Rebecca

Sedwick, a 12-year-old girl from Polk Country, FL, USA who jumped to her death

after experiencing relentless acts of cyberbullying.

Cyberbullying in High Schools: A Study of Students' Behaviors and Beliefs

about This New Phenomenon

Technology continues to develop rapidly and is therefore changing our ways of

functioning in society. This brings new dimensions to our responsibilities as educators

and mentors. Doors are constantly opening, bringing more opportunities and at the

same time requiring all of us to rethink the ethical use of technology in schools. For

example, Internet cell phones and other communication technologies, while providing

us with conveniences, also expose our students to interactions that put their safety and

emotional well-being at risk. This article examines one negative use of technology—

cyberbullying—that is a new form of bullying with distinct differences in form,

personality, and response.

Consequences of Student Mental Health Issues

Mental health problems can affect many areas of students’ lives, reducing their

quality of life, academic achievement, physical health, and satisfaction with the

college experience, and negatively impacting relationships with friends and family

members. These issues can also have long-term consequences for students, affecting

their future employment, earning potential, and overall health.1

Consequences for the Student Mental health problems can affect a student's energy

level, concentration, dependability, mental ability, and optimism, hindering

performance.2 Research suggests that depression is associated with lower grade point

averages, and that co-occurring depression and anxiety can increase this association.2

Depression has also been linked to dropping out of school.2

Cyberbullying a modern form of bullying: let’s talk about this health and social

problem

Cyberbullying or electronic aggression has already been designated as a serious

public health threat. Cyberbullying should also be considered as a cause for new onset

psychological symptoms, somatic symptoms of unclear etiology or a drop in academic

performance. Pediatricians should be trained to play a major role in caring for and

supporting the social and developmental well-being of children.

 Chapter III

METHODOLOGY

This chapter explains how the study was conducted; it includes the research

design, locale of the study, sampling technique.

RESEARCH DESIGN

The research design is the plan according to which the researchers obtain

participants and collect information from them. This research investigated how

students’ health attributes affect their academic performance, so the researchers used a

quantitative and descriptive research. The quantitative research method helps give

ideas that can help increase the knowledge and understanding of others. A descriptive

survey was given out to help gather data about the topic of the study.

The researchers believe that this design is the most suitable to use because it

makes it easier to obtain the required data from a large number of respondents.

DATA GATHERING PROCEDURE

The procedure the researchers followed to gather data is as follows: First, the

questionnaire was formulated based on the information needed from the respondents.

Secondly, the questionnaires were sent to the respondents after it was properly

validated. After all the answers were gathered, the data was tallied with statistical

treatment. The data was also analyzed and interpreted by the researchers. Afterwards,

the findings and conclusions were drawn from the data. Finally, the issue was

addressed as the researchers gave various recommendations based on the results.

SOURCE OF DATA

The researches used is the Questionnaire. The survey will done through

Google forms that will be passed to the respondents. Data will be collected from the

Grade 12 ICT students of Philippine Christian University using the quota sampling.

Quota sampling is a non-probability sampling method that relies on the non-

random selection of a predetermined number or proportion of units. This is called a

quota. You first divide the population into mutually exclusive subgroups (called

strata) and then recruit sample units until you reach your quota.

SATISTICAL ANALYSIS

Percentage is the descriptive measure to describe the relations of magnitude

Formula: P = f/N x 100

P = Percentage

F = frequency of occurrence

N = Total number of cases

DATA GATHERING PROCEDURE

The procedure the researchers followed to gather data is as follows: First, the

questionnaire was formulated based on the information needed from the respondents.

Secondly, the questionnaires were sent to the respondents after it was properly

validated. After all the answers were gathered, the data was tallied with statistical

treatment. The data was also analyzed and interpreted by the researchers. Afterwards,
the findings and conclusions were drawn from the data. Finally, the issue was

addressed as the researchers gave various recommendations based on the results.

SOURCE OF DATA

The researches used is the Questionnaire. The survey will done through

Google forms that will be passed to the respondents. Data will be collected from the

Grade 12 ICT students of Philippine Christian University using the quota sampling.

Quota sampling is a non-probability sampling method that relies on the non-

random selection of a predetermined number or proportion of units. This is called a

quota. You first divide the population into mutually exclusive subgroups (called

strata) and then recruit sample units until you reach your quota.

SATISTICAL ANALYSIS

Percentage is the descriptive measure to describe the relations of magnitude

Formula: P = f/N x 100

P = Percentage

F = frequency of occurrence

N = Total number of cases

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