Research indicates a specific cyclical pattern in cyberbullying among girls: those who act as perpetrators have frequently been victims of cyberbullying themselves. This pattern highlights a significant psychological link between being targeted and subsequently targeting others in digital environments.

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Gender plays a significant role in the dynamics of cyberbullying. Girls are more frequently both the perpetrators and victims. A notable pattern is that girls who engage in cyberbullying have often been victims themselves. The nature of the harassment also differs by gender, with girls more commonly being the target of online rumors, while boys are more likely to receive direct online threats of physical harm.

Gender Differences in Cyberbullying

Spielman, R. M., Jenkins, W. J., & Lovett, M. D. (2020, April 22). Psychology (2nd ed.). OpenStax. https://openstax.org/books/psychology-2e/pages/1-introduction

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