Cyberbullying: Examining Personality and Victims' Wall Postings as Risk Factors
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Academy of Management Proceedings
Abstract
This study examines the impact of risky social network site practices and individual differences in self-disclosure and personality on the likelihood of cyberbullying victimization among young adult Facebook users. Results from 572 respondents show that, as predicted, posting indiscreet or negative content, having Facebook friends who post such content, number of Facebook friends, and lack of privacy settings were all strong predictors of cyberbullying victimization. In addition, conscientiousness, extroversion and openness were all associated with cyberbullying victimization. Implications for individuals and organizations are provided.
DOI
10.5465/AMBPP.2015.13144abstract
Publication Date
1-2015
Recommended Citation
Peluchette, Joy V.; Karl, Katherine A.; Wood, Christa; and Williams, Jennifer, "Cyberbullying: Examining Personality and Victims' Wall Postings as Risk Factors" (2015). Faculty Scholarship. 555.
https://digitalcommons.lindenwood.edu/faculty-research-papers/555