Collaborating With Families to Address Cyberbullying: Exploring School Counselors’ Lived Experiences

Authors

Yi-Wen Su, Portland State UniversityFollow
Jennifer L. Doty, University of Florida
Bella R. Polley, Florida Atlantic University
Huzeyfe Cakmakci, Valdosta State University
Jacqueline M. Swank, University of Florida
Allison Sickels, University of Florida

Published In

Professional School Counseling

Document Type

Citation

Publication Date

11-22-2021

Abstract

Limited research has focused on exploring the collaboration between home and school to address cyberbullying. In this qualitative study, we interviewed 17 school counselors to explore their experiences working with parents and caregivers in addressing cyberbullying. We identified four themes: (a) connections with parents and families, (b) digital citizenship, (c) blurred boundaries, and (d) family/counselor support. We discuss the themes and offer implications for school counselors to address cyberbullying in schools, including highlighting strategies for bridging the gap between families and schools through policies and communication about cyberbullying.

Rights

© 2021 American School Counselor Association

Locate the Document

https://doi.org/10.1177/2156759X211053825

DOI

doi.org/10.1177/2156759X211053825

Persistent Identifier

https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/41143

Citation Details

Su, Y. W., Doty, J., Polley, B. R., Cakmakci, H., Swank, J., & Sickels, A. (2021). Collaborating With Families to Address Cyberbullying: Exploring School Counselors’ Lived Experiences. Professional School Counseling, 25(1), 2156759X211053825.