An Analysis of the Harassment and Bullying of Adolescents on Social Media in Madras University, Chennai

Sarah Shiela Matiki*, Thanikasalam**
*-** DMI-ST John the Baptist University, Mangochi, Malawi.
Periodicity:July - December'2025

Abstract

This study presented a novel empirical analysis of the harassment and bullying of adolescents on social media, focusing on students at Madras University, Chennai. While cyberbullying was a growing global concern, this research added value by contextualizing the issue within the Indian educational and cultural environment, where limited data currently existed. The study employed a mixed-method approach, integrating qualitative data from interviews and focus group discussions with quantitative analysis using Likert-scale questionnaires administered to 30 adolescents aged 12 to 18. Statistical tools such as chi-square and ANOVA were used to assess the relationships between exposure to cyberbullying and various psychological and academic outcomes. The findings revealed a significant correlation between cyberbullying and increased emotional distress, reduced academic performance, and absenteeism. Notably, the research highlighted institutional gaps such as lack of digital literacy and inadequate school interventions. The study suggested the implementation of structured digital literacy campaigns, school-based mental health services, and peer-led advocacy programs. Future research should expand sample sizes and include longitudinal designs to assess the long-term impact of cyberbullying on adolescent development and educational attainment.

Keywords

Adolescent Harassment, Cyberbullying, Online Victimization, Psychological Impact, Digital Safety.

How to Cite this Article?

Matiki, S. S., and Thanikasalam. (2025). An Analysis of the Harassment and Bullying of Adolescents on Social Media in Madras University, Chennai. i-manager’s Journal on Digital Forensics & Cyber Security, 3(2), 21-26.

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