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This study focuses on SNS using state and perception of SNS peer culture in order to research the possibility of cyber-bullying in adolescents through SNS (Social Network Service). A survey has been carried out consisting of a total of 1047 students, including 2 middle schools and 1 high school. The...

This study focuses on SNS using state and perception of SNS peer culture in order to research the possibility of cyber-bullying in adolescents through SNS (Social Network Service). A survey has been carried out consisting of a total of 1047 students, including 2 middle schools and 1 high school. The collected data has been analyzed by SPSS 18.0.

The results of the analysis on SNS using state show that 96.7% of students have used SNS. In general, students admitted to using SNS as a method of expressing themselves, acquiring and sharing information and forming relationships with people.

Regarding the perception of SNS peer culture, what students don’t recognize is that cyber-bullying is already present in their peer culture. They have become accustomed to believing that cyber bullying is a social norm among peer groups and tend to see it not as cyber bullying but as a part of their culture.

Research on the potential of cyber-bullying through SNS shows that all of the 8 categories related with cyber-bullying have levels lower than an average of 2, which implies the possibility of cyber-bullying is relatively low.

Nevertheless, it is needed to educate students on cyber-bullying, have them know specific cases of cyber-bullying and guide them to certainly know that a prank which can be easily done on friends without any guilt can be considered a form of cyber-bullying when done through SNS. It is also important to inform students that cyber-bullying is indeed considered an illegal act, and will lead to serious consequences.


Keyword: SNS, Cyber-bullying, peer culture

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