High School Violence Perception: 53% Insulted on Social Media – Breaking News Update
High School Students in Turkey Define Violence in Virtual Media
A recent study conducted by the Ministry of National Education in Turkey sheds light on high school students’ perceptions of violence, particularly in the digital and virtual media realm. The study, titled “Perception of Violence Research,” surveyed 7,511 high school students from 26 provinces, focusing on students in 10th and 11th grades.
One of the key findings of the research was that 92.3 percent of high school students considered being threatened by the sharing of personal information and photos on the internet as a form of violence. This highlights the significant impact of online behavior on young individuals.
According to the students surveyed, violence events were most commonly experienced in the digital environment, with 37.1 percent of participants sharing this sentiment. Examples of perceived violence included not receiving likes on content shared on social media, likes being retracted, and a lack of engagement with shared content.
Cyber violence was also a prominent concern among high school students, with 73.5 percent of participants identifying the spread of a screenshot as a form of violence, and 72.8 percent noting the humiliation of individuals who held dissenting opinions. Additionally, 61.3 percent of students defined the discovery and criticism of past social media posts as a form of violence.
The study also revealed that 53 percent of high school students had been insulted at least once in virtual media, while 40.8 percent admitted to insulting others online. Furthermore, students reported feeling pressured to conform to popular opinions and experiencing humiliation for expressing their individual views.
Overall, the research highlighted the bidirectional nature of the digital environment, emphasizing that high school students can be both victims and perpetrators of violence in virtual media. As technology continues to play a central role in young people’s lives, understanding and addressing online violence and its impact on youth mental health remains a crucial priority for educators and policymakers.
