Problem: Post an explanation of what is rewarding the adolescent-aged cyber bullying behavior. Your explanation should be informed by social psychology theory and research. Need Assignment Help?
To Prepare:
Review the Learning Resources for this week and examine how social psychology theories and research explain the dynamics of cyberbullying among adolescents.
References:
Aronson, E., Wilson, T. D., Sommers, S. R., Page-Gould, E., & Lewis Jr., N. (Eds.). (2023). Social psychology (11th ed.). Pearson.
Chapter 12, "Aggression: Why Do We Hurt Other People? Can We Prevent It?"
Watts, L. K., Wagner, J., Velasquez, B., & Behrens, P. I. (2017). Cyberbullying in higher education: A literature review. Computers in Human Behavior, 69, 268-274.
Moller, A. C., & Deci, E. L. (2010). Interpersonal control, dehumanization, and violence: A selfdetermination theory perspective. Group Processes & Intergroup Relations