Fostering Digital Resilience Among Youth Who Experienced Cyberbullying: Design Thinking Approach
By
Nattharat Samoh
Thomas E Guadamuz
Jintavee Khlaisang
Songphan Choemprayong
July 9, 2026
Clinical Scorecard: Enhancing Digital Resilience in Youth Affected by Cyberbullying: A Design Thinking Framework
At a Glance
Category Detail
Condition Cyberbullying Among Youth
Key Mechanisms Digital resilience, empowerment, and nudge theory.
Target Population Youth affected by cyberbullying, particularly in Southeast Asia.
Care Setting Educational institutions and community programs.
Key Highlights
Approximately 33% of youth globally have experienced cyberbullying. In Thailand, reported prevalence of cyberbullying ranges from 20% to 49%. Cyberbullying has significant implications for mental health, including anxiety and depression. Digital resilience is essential for youth to navigate online challenges effectively. Participatory design empowers youth to co-create solutions to cyberbullying.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Recognize signs of cyberbullying and its impact on mental health.
Management
Implement programs to foster digital resilience and coping strategies.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Continuously assess the prevalence and impact of cyberbullying in schools.
Risks
Address the mental health risks associated with cyberbullying, including suicidal ideation.
Patient & Prescribing Data
Youth in resource-constrained settings, particularly in Southeast Asia.
Focus on building digital resilience through education and support networks.
Clinical Best Practices
Utilize a design thinking approach to develop contextually relevant interventions. Engage youth as co-creators in the intervention design process. Promote awareness and prevention strategies in educational settings.
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