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Gender Differences In Social Media Use And Cyberbullying In Belize, Grace Mariko Kasahara
Gender Differences In Social Media Use And Cyberbullying In Belize, Grace Mariko Kasahara
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Intro: Cyberbullying is a global issue that usually occurs with increased social media usage. A number of studies have found significant gender differences in social media use and cyberbullying, although gender differences are not consistent across studies. Despite the increase in access to cellphones and Internet in Belize, no studies have investigated how adolescents are using these resources. The purpose of this study was to investigate gender differences involving how adolescents in Belize are using social media and if cyberbullying is a problem. Methods: A written 25 question survey was created based on previous cyberbullying and social media surveys. It …