FROM PAGES TO SCREENS: HOW LITERATURE EXPLORES AND PREDICTS CYBERBULLYING
FROM PAGES TO SCREENS: HOW LITERATURE EXPLORES AND PREDICTS CYBERBULLYING
Author(s): Andrei-Lucian MarianSubject(s): Social Sciences, Language and Literature Studies, Literary Texts, Psychology, Applied Linguistics, Sociology, Sociolinguistics, Behaviorism, Sociology of the arts, business, education, Philology, Sociology of Literature
Published by: Editura Arhipelag XXI
Keywords: Cyberbullying; Digital Aggression; Literary Representation; Online Harassment; Social Isolation in Literature;
Summary/Abstract: Cyberbullying is a modern form of aggression, and contemporary, classical, and dystopian literature provides a relevant perspective on this phenomenon, illustrating its emotional and social impact. By exploring exclusion, public humiliation, and isolation, fiction, social realism, and psychological literature help in understanding the consequences of digital aggression on victims. Studies show that affected individuals develop anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, and books that address bullying, marginalization, and power dynamics can contribute to fostering empathy. Additionally, literature can serve as an educational tool, used to stimulate debates on ethics, digital responsibility, and the emotional impact of aggression. Books that explore themes such as social ostracization, public shaming, or technological manipulation can help young people better understand the dangers of the online environment. Literature not only reflects the realities of cyberbullying but also offers models of resilience and strategies for overcoming trauma. By integrating it into educational programs, literature can contribute to promoting empathy and responsible online behavior.
Journal: Journal of Romanian Literary Studies
- Issue Year: 2025
- Issue No: 40
- Page Range: 141-148
- Page Count: 8
- Language: Romanian
