Teenage girls are more likely to be the victim of cyberbullying than any other group in New Zealand.
Latest research shows a quarter of teens between the ages of 12 and 17 have suffered online abuse. The majority of victims were female.
Victoria University psychology doctoral student Anna Kurek, who is analysing the extent of bullying, cyberbullying and cyber victimisation across New Zealand schools, said not only were girls more likely to be victims of cyberbullying but the rise of "sexting" had increased the risk of harm.
"It is twice as likely for a young girl to post or share a more provocative photo of herself than a boy, which increases the likelihood for her to fall prey to cyberbullying," she said.
