Theory of Planned Behavior in Cyberbullying: A Literature Review

Abstract

The rising usage of digital devices and the internet has been linked to an increase in cyberbullying. For cyberbullying has been related to a variety of negative outcomes. Using the theory of planned behavior (TPB), this study aimed to identify determinant elements that influence people’s intentions to cyberbully others. To review applications of TPB in the domain of cyberbullying and to verify the efficiency of theory to explain and predict cyberbullying behavior. Furthermore, an application of TPB in cyberbullying prevention program was presented. Keywords: Theory of planned behavior, Cyberbullying, Attitude, Subjective norms.