Bullying victimization and depressive symptoms among left-behind children: a moderated mediation model involving Internet Addiction - Scorecard - MDSpire

Bullying victimization and depressive symptoms among left-behind children: a moderated mediation model involving Internet Addiction

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  • Qi Li

  • Gexuan Wang

  • Jiannan Zheng

  • Ruifeng Liu

  • June 12, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: The Impact of Bullying Victimization on Depressive Symptoms in Left-Behind Children: Exploring the Mediating Role of Internet Addiction and the Moderating Effect of Physical Activity

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsBullying victimization leads to Internet Addiction, which predicts Depressive Symptoms; physical activity moderates this relationship by potentially reducing the impact of bullying on Internet Addiction.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Bullying victimization significantly predicts Depressive Symptoms (B = 1.179, p < 0.001).
  • Internet Addiction partially mediates the relationship between bullying victimization and Depressive Symptoms.
  • Physical activity moderates the association between bullying victimization and Internet Addiction (specific statistical values needed).

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Address bullying victimization and Internet Addiction in interventions for left-behind children, including specific strategies such as peer support programs and counseling.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        Interventions should focus on reducing bullying through school programs and promoting physical activity to mitigate depressive symptoms.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Incorporate mental health screenings in schools for left-behind children, utilizing validated tools and training staff for effective implementation.
        • Develop programs to enhance physical activity as a protective factor against mental health issues, including after-school sports and community engagement activities.

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