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Item Nomophobia, screen time and physical activity among late adolescents(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Syeda Arha QasimThe study aimed to examine the relationship among nomophobia, screen-time and physical activity of Late adolescents. So, this research utilize quantitative approach and employ survey questionnaires to collect data. Its a cross-sectional study and a sample of 195 late adolscents from various private and Government colleges was taken. In the questionnaire standardized scales used to measure nomophobia, screen-time and physical activity along with demographic infformation. Statistical analysis are used to explore correlations, predictions and trends from collecteddata. So, the results indicate a negative correlation between nomophobia, screen-time and physicl activity. Screen-time found significant negative predictor of Physical Activity, whereas Nomophobia found negative predictor of Physical Activity. Screen-time and physical activity reported high among private institutions whereas, nomophobia reported high among government college students. But the institutional differences are not statistically significant enough. Furthermore, females reported high nomophobia and males reported high screen-time and physical activity. This research is advantageous for parents, educationists, students and authorities in terms of controlling unhealthy behaviors towards excessive screen-time, nomophobia and lower physical activity.Item Emotional intelligence, self-ostracism and self esteem among university students(UMT.Lahore, 2024) HIRA ASKARIThe current study set out to examine how self-ostracism, emotional intelligence, and self esteem are related among college students. A correlational cross-sectional study design was utilized for this investigation. A total of ninety people, including men and women aged eighteen to thirty, took part in the study. Among the self-reported assessment tools used to collect data from the participants were the Ostracism Short Scale (Rudert, 2020), the Wong and Law Emotional Intelligence Scale (Wong & Law, 2002), and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (Rosenberg, 1965). According to the study's findings, college students' self-esteem and emotional intelligence were negatively connected with self-ostracism, whereas both were positively correlated with emotional intelligence. In addition, the results of the regression analysis showed that college students' self-esteem was favorably correlated with emotional intelligence and negatively correlated with self-ostracism. Additionally, men scored higher on measures of emotional intelligence and self-esteem, while women scored higher on measures of self-ostracism, according to an independent sample t test.Item Sensation seeking, social connectedness and sexting among young adults(UMT.Lahore, 2024) AYSHA MUNIR; BAKHTAWAR AZIZThe current study investigated the relationship between sensation seeking, social connectedness and sexting among young adults. Total 271 participants, 156 females (57.5%) and 115 males (42.4%) ranging from 18-28 years old (M = 21.03, SD = 1.94) were participated in the study from different areas of Pakistan completed the measures of self- generated personal information sheet, Brief Sensation Seeking Scale (BSSS) (Eachus, 2002), Social Connectedness Scale-Revised (Lee et al., 2001), and Sexting Behavior Scale (SBS) (Dir, 2012) online and offline. Purposive sampling strategy was opted. The study used correlational research design. The results disclose positive relationship between sensation- seeking, sexting and its subscales of received and post. Results also suggested significant positive relationship between experience-seeking, boredom-susceptibility and sexting and its subscales of received and post while positive relationship between thrill and adventure seeking and received subscale of sexting but non-significant relationship between social- connectedness and sexting. Furthermore, results represented sensation-seeking significantly predicted sexting while social-connectedness non-significantly predicted sexting. Results showed significant gender differences in sensation-seeking, sexting and its subscales. Overall, results proposed female scored more in sensation-seeking than males while males scored higher in sexting and its subscales than females. The study provided understanding of phenomenon of sexting in dynamics of specific Pakistani culture and gender differences in sexting behavior.Item Vulnerable narcissism, fear of missing out and cyber trolling behavior in university students(UMT.Lahore, 2024) AROOJThe study was conducted to investigate the relationship between Vulnerable Narcissism, Fear of Missing Out and Cyber Trolling Behavior in university students. It was hypothesized that 1) There is a positive relationship between Vulnerable Narcissism, Fear of Missing Out and Cyber Trolling Behavior in university students, 2) Vulnerable Narcissism and Fear of Missing Out are likely to positively predict Cyber Trolling Behavior in university students, 3) There is likely to be a gender difference in terms of Vulnerable Narcissism, Fear of Missing Out and Cyber Trolling Behavior in university students. Research design of the study was correlational cross-sectional. The sample consisted of 200 university students from various universities in Lahore with the age range of 18 to 30 years (M = 20.63, SD = 2.32) including 91 males and 104 females. Purposive random sampling was used to access the sample. A self-constructed demographic sheet, Maladaptive Covert Narcissism Scale (Cheek et al, 2013), Fear of Missing Out Scale (Mazlum et al, 2022) and Online Trolling Behavior Scale (Hamarta et al, 2020) were used for assessment. The results of Pearson product moment correlation revealed a positive relationship between Vulnerable Narcissism, Fear of Missing Out and Cyber Trolling Behavior in university students. The result of multiple linear regression analysis revealed that Vulnerable Narcissism did not predict Cyber Trolling Behavior in university students whereas Fear of Missing Out positively predicted Cyber Trolling Behavior in university students. The results of independent sample t-test showed gender and family system differences in terms of Fear of Missing Out and Cyber Trolling Behavior, and residence area differences in terms of Vulnerable Narcissism and Cyber Trolling Behavior. Men showed higher levels of Fear of Missing Out and Cyber Trolling xvii Behavior. People living in joint family system showed higher levels of Fear of Missing Out and Cyber Trolling Behavior. People living in urban areas showed higher levels of Vulnerable Narcissism whereas people living in rural areas showed higher levels of Cyber Trolling Behavior. The present study will contribute to the field of cyber psychology.Item Parental support, interpersonal conflicts and acute stress in adolescence(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Sonia UsmanThe purpose of this research is to complex interplay in the setting of adolescence between acute stress, interpersonal conflict, and parental support. This study aims to investigate how parental support protects adolescents from the negative effects of acute stress by examining how interpersonal conflict within the family environment may lead to stress responses. The sample of the participants was 200 Students male and female both of age range 12 –18 selected from government and private schools/institute of Lahore. Three scales, The Perceived Parental Autonomy Support Scale (P-PASS; Mageau et al., 2015), Conflict Behavior Questionnaire Adolescent (for Mother and Father) (M. Kowalski et al, 1980) and Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) (Cohen et al, 1983). Relation between parental support, interpersonal conflicts and acute stress in adolescence was explored in this research. We used sampling purposive in this study. Correlational research design was used in this research in order to find out the relationship between parental support, interpersonal conflicts and acute stress in adolescence. This study also reveals that Parental Support, Interpersonal Conflicts and its components will be significant positive predictors of Acute Stress. Current research can be helpful in identifying the problems and difficulties levels of Adolescents and will help in intervention planning. The Current research is the first research which found outs the study on father and mother conflict behavior and Autonomy support and psychological control of mother.Item The impact of parenting styles, trauma on development of criminal tendencies in adolescents(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Adam Imran; Farheen LeaiqueThis research aims to explore the connection within practices adopted by parents, traumatic events and delinquent tendencies. The research was conducted on 180 individuals who had an age that ranged from 13 to 19 years (M = 16.2, SD = 1.77). Total number of participants was 180 with a clear dispersion of 50% from both genders. Coming to a distribution of educational institutions, 95 of the participants studied in public institutes and 85 belonged to private institutes. Analysis was done with the help of correlation, Analysis of Variation, t-test and regression. It was discovered from the results that delinquent tendencies had a negative relationship with traumatic events. Moreover, it was also found that emotional warmth, anxious rearing and delinquent tendencies had a strong direct relationship. The researchers discovered that traumatic events and facing rejection from parents produced a direct relation between one another which indicated that rejection is felt as a traumatizing event. The demographic variables found that a higher percentage of delinquency existed in male participants and also that those who had been studying in public institutes. Lastly, it was found that a family system revolving around joint type raises the level of delinquency and also that social class had no effect on it.Item Homesickness and mental health in hostelized students(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Muhammad SagheerThis study explores the emotional experiences of residents in hostels and how they may affect residents' mental health. Data were gathered from hostel residents using a correlational research approach to look at the relationship between homesickness and mental health. Significant relationships between mental health and homesickness were found by the correlation analysis. The findings emphasize the connection between emotional states in a hostile environment and the necessity of focused mental health interventions. Suggestions include the creation of specialized mental health programs inside hostels, the integration of qualitative approaches for deeper insights, and longitudinal research to monitor emotional changes over time.Item Street harassment, self-objectification, decision regret and post traumatic growth among young women(UMT.Lahore, 2024) JAVERIA YAQOOBThis study investigated the relationships between street harassment, self objectification, decision regret, and post-traumatic growth among young women. It aims to determine whether these variables interact with and predict post-traumatic growth. Utilizing a correlational research design, the sample of 250 young women aged 19 to 35 (M = 23.37, SD = 4.05), was selected through non-probability purposive sampling. The study utilized the Mexican Sexual Street Harassment questionnaire (MSSHQ), the Likert version of the Self-Objectification questionnaire (LSOQ), the Decision Regret Scale (DRS), and the Post-Traumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI) to measure the relevant variables. The analysis revealed significant positive relations among street harassment, self-objectification, decision regret, and post traumatic growth. Additionally, street harassment, self-objectification, and decision regret were significant predictors of post-traumatic growth. The findings reveal that although street harassment, self-objectification, and decision regret are negative experiences, distress and reflection triggered by such experiences can lead to significant positive psychological growth. The novel combination of variables in this study points to a gap in the previous literature. It also provides a new perspective for young women facing street harassment, demonstrating that despite the trauma and its effects, they can achieve significant positive psychological growth. This understanding can offer hope and encourage personal strength among those affected.Item Personality type, perceived stress, and mental well-being in young anime consumers(UMT.Lahore, 2024) INSHAL SHAKEELThe present study investigated the relationships between personality types, perceived stress, and mental well-being in young anime consumers. Correlational research design was used. It was hypothesised that i) there is likely to be a significant relationship between personality types, perceived stress and mental well-being in anime consumers, ii) personality types and perceived stress will predict mental well-being and, iii) Gender differences will exists in personality types, perceived stress and mental-wellbeing of young anime consumers. A sample of 189 participants aged 18 to 25 years (M = 21.10, SD = 2.716) was recruited online from anime-related communities such as WhatsApp Groups, channels, discords online community and Facebook. The Big Five Inventory (Goldberg, 1981), Perceived Stress Scale (Cohen et al., 1983), and Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well being Scale (Tennant et al., 2007) were used to assess personality types, perceived stress, and mental well-being, respectively. Pearson correlation analyses showed that personality types like extraversion, openness, and agreeableness have a positive relationship with mental well-being, while neuroticism have a negative relationship with it. Whereas, perceived stress showed a negative relationship with mental well-being. Multiple hierarchical regression analysis revealed that neuroticism and perceived stress were significant negative predictors of mental well-being, whereas openness and agreeableness were positive predictors. These findings highlight the role of personality types and perceived stress in shaping mental well-being among anime consumers. The study provides insights to media psychology by exploring how media consumption, particularly anime can potentially help with positive mental health outcomes.Item Psychosocial problems, maternal efficacy and depressive tendencies in new mothers(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Noor Us Sabah; Fiza Manahil AhmedPresent research aimed at exploring Psychosocial Problems, Maternal Efficacy and Depressive tendencies in new mothers. It was hypothesized that there would likely to be a significant relationship between Psychosocial Problems, Maternal Efficacy and Depressive Tendencies in new mothers. Furthermore, it was hypothesized that Psychosocial Problems and Maternal Efficacy will significantly predict Depressive Tendencies in new mothers. Correlation research designs was used in this study. Purposive sampling was used as a sampling strategy because it enables researchers to effectively target a specific population in compliance with specific eligibility and exception criteria. A sample of 150 participants was recruited from various vaccination centers and maternity wards in Lahore. Psychosocial Problems Scale, Perceived Maternal Parenting Self-Efficacy Scale (Fiona et al., 2008) and Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (Lovibond & Lovibond, 1995) were used to measure the psychosocial problems, Maternal Efficacy and Depressive Tendencies in new mothers. Results revealed a considerable inverse correlation between new mothers' maternal efficacy and psychosocial problems. Additionally, it was discovered that among new mothers, there was a strong positive correlation between psychosocial problems and depressive tendencies. Furthermore, it was discovered that among new moms, there was a strong inverse association between maternal efficacy and depressive tendencies. Psychosocial Problems and Maternal Efficacy significantly predict Depressive Tendencies in new mothers. The findings of the present study implicates that mothers with high maternal efficacy has diminished depressive tendencies.Item Adverse childhood experience, self-blaming and parent child conflicts in university students(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Inza WaheedThis study aimed to find out the association between adverse childhood experiences, self blaming and parent child conflicts in adults. It was hypothesized that there will be a relationship between adverse childhood experiences, self-blaming and parent child conflict in students. It was also hypothesized that adverse childhood experiences and self-blaming will likely to predict parent child conflict in students. A correlational research design has been used to collect data from (N = 200) students by using convenient sampling technique. Adverse childhood experiences questionnaire, self-blaming scale and parent child conflict scale were used as assessment measures. Descriptive and inferential statistics was used to analyze the data, including correlation and regression analysis. Findings of this study illustrated a negative relationship between adverse childhood experience with self-blaming and parent child conflict. Also, both adverse childhood experiences and self-blaming predicted parent child conflict, while adverse childhood experiences have stronger negative relationship with parent child conflict. Parent child conflict shown to be positively increased with increasing self-blaming. The results are discussed in the light of the previous literature. The findings can be used for the family counselling.Item Fomo, nomophobia and the mediating variable social comparison orientation with job performance.(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Syed Huzaifa bin Arif; Ahsan TariqThis study explores the relation between fear of missing out (FOMO), nomophobia, social comparison orientation (SCO), and job performance. A quantitative research approach was employed, that used purposive and snowballing techniques to gather data from all the offices respectively. A total of 180 employee’s data was used. They measured surveys regarding their levels of FOMO, nomophobia and SCO using a variety of scales. The results indicated that SCO mediates the relationship between job performance, FOMO, and job performance with significant short term boosts with long term side effects. These findings somewhat were aligned with the previous researches findings, but also showed a difference in the relationship of FOMO and job performance. It offered new insights into how these factors collectively influence productivity.Item Dark tetrad, perceived anonymity, social support and cyberflashing perpetration among young adults(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Aiman AliThe current study aimed to find out the relationship among dark tetrad, perceived anonymity, social support and cyberflashing perpetration among young adults. The main study was carried out on 200 participants (Men= 110, Women= 90) with an age range of 19-35 years (M= 22.41, SD= 3.08) the scales used to measure study variables were Short Dark-Tetrad Scale (Buckels, Paulhus, & Jones, n.d.) Perceived Anonymity Scale (Hite, Voelker, & Robertson, n.d.). Social Support Scale (Cohen & Hoberman, 1983). Sexting Behavior Scale (Morelli, Bianchi, Baiocco, Pezzuti, & Chirumbolo, 2023) The results showed significant correlations between the Dark Tetrad, perceived anonymity, social support, and cyberflashing perpetration among young adults. Social support was negatively correlated with the Dark Tetrad, perceived anonymity, and cyberflashing perpetration. The Dark Tetrad and perceived anonymity significantly predicted cyberflashing perpetration, while social support was a negative predictor. A gender difference was found, with men more likely to be perpetrator of cyberflashing, though the effect size was small. These findings were discussed in relation to existing literature.Item Job related stressors, compassion fatigue, and depressive tendencies in police officers(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Laiba Sami Khan; Rukhma NasirThe current study investigated the relationship between job-related stressors, compassion fatigue, and depressive tendencies in male police officers. It was hypothesized that there is will be a significant relationship between Job related stressors, Compassion fatigue and Depressive tendencies in police officers; and that the Job related stressors and Compassion fatigue will significantly predict of Depressive tendencies in police officers. The total sample consisted of 170 male police officers with a rank of only Sub-inspectors from police stations of Lahore, which were selected through purposive sampling. Data was collected in person and Standardized Urdu version of Indigenous Job Stressors Scale (Tariq & Mehmood,2014), Professional Quality of Life Scale Pro-QOL (Stamm, 2012), Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale DASS-21 (Lovibond & Lovibond, 1995) were used. Results of Pearson Product Moment correlation indicate that there is a positive relationship between job related stressors and depressive tendencies and negative correlation between job related stressors and compassion satisfaction. Additionally, there exists a positive correlation between depression and burnout. Compassion satisfaction demonstrated a negative relationship with both depression and burnout, indicating that it might be useful in helping law enforcement professionals cope with the effects of stressors and compassion fatigue. Moreover, compassion satisfaction and secondary traumatic stress are significant predictors of depression among police officers. These findings highlight how crucial it is to reduce work stresses and raise compassion satisfaction in order to enhance officers' psychological well-being..Item Gaslighting, emotional abuse, and mental health in romantic relationships among young adults(UMT.Lahore, 2024) AEMAN JAVED; ANZA IMTIAZThis study investigates the relationship between gaslighting, and emotional abuse, and their effects on mental well-being among young adults in romantic relationships. It is hypothesized that(i) gaslighting and emotional abuse will be negatively correlated with mental well-being among young adults, (ii) gaslighting is positively correlated with emotional abuse among young adults, (iii) gaslighting and emotional abuse will negatively predict mental well-being among young adults, and (iv) there will be significant gender differences in gaslighting, emotional abuse, and mental well-being among young adults. The research was conducted on University of Management and Technology (UMT) students, with a sample size of 204 participants. Data were collected using the Gaslighting in Relationships Scale (GRS; Hailes & Goodman, 2019), the Emotional Blackmail Inventory (Boon & Jansen, 2019), and the Mental Health Inventory (Veit & Ware, 1983). Findings revealed significant correlations between higher levels of gaslighting and emotional abuse and poorer mental health outcomes, including increased anxiety and decreased self-esteem. Multiple linear regression analyses indicate that gaslighting serves as a predictor of mental well-being, further emphasizing the detrimental impact of emotional abuse on young adults. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities of emotional abuse and gaslighting, underscoring the importance of awareness and intervention in romantic relationships among young adults.AItem Personality type, perceived academic stress and self - medicating beliefs in university students(UMT.Lahore, 2024) NISA FATIMA; MUHAMMAD TALHA ADEELThe present study investigated the relationship between personality type, perceived academic stress and self-medicating beliefs in university students. It was hypothesized that, a) neuroticism and extraversion will positively and conscientiousness, openness to experience and agreeableness will negatively relate with self medicating beliefs and there will be a positive relationship between perceived academic stress and self medicating beliefs, b) personality type and perceived academic stress will predict self medicating beliefs in university students, c) women will show more perceived academic stress and self medicating beliefs than men. A convenient sample of 205 university students with an age of range 18 – 35 (M= 25, SD= 4.83) was taken from various universities in Pakistan. The Big Five Inventory (John et al., 1991), Perception of Academic Stress Scale (Bedewy & Gabriel, 2015), and The Self Medicating Scale (James & French, 2008) were used to analyze the variables under study. Results of the Pearson product moment correlation revealed agreeableness and openness personalities negatively related with run its course subscale of self medicating beliefs while perceived academic workload positively predicted reluctance subscale of self-medicating beliefs. Moreover, perceived academic stress was significantly associated with self-medicating beliefs. Female students had high level of perceived academic stress and scored higher on neuroticism, agreeableness, and openness personalities as compared to the males. The findings discuss the impact of personality traits and academic stress on self-medicating beliefs, providing valuable insights about the impact of such variables on students’ formation of belief.Item Social media usage, social comparison and feedback seeking, and social anxiety in youth(UMT.Lahore, 2024) JANE VINCENTThe study aimed to explore the relationships between social media use, social comparison and feedback seeking, and social anxiety among youth. It was hypothesized that (i) there was a positive relationship between social media use, social comparison and feedback seeking, and social anxiety in youth, (ii) Social media use, and social comparison and feedback seeking was likely to positively predict the social anxiety in youth, (iii) there were gender differences in term of social media use, social comparison and feedback seeking, and social anxiety in youth. A correlational cross-sectional research design was used in the present study. The sample comprised of 208 university students aged 18–35 (M = 21.97, SD = 3.191) from public and private sector universities of Lahore. The assessment measures such as Social Media-Activity Questionnaire (Ozimek et al., 2023), Social Comparison and Feedback-Seeking Scale (Nesi et al., 2015).) Interaction Anxiousness Scale (Leary, et al., 1983). Results of Pearson product moment revealed that passive social media was positively related to social comparison and feedback seeking and had no significant relation to social anxiety. In contrast, active social media use was positively related to social comparison and feedback seeking and negatively related to social anxiety. Lastly, social comparison and feedback seeking was positively related with social anxiety. The results of multiple hierarchical regression indicated that passive social media use positively and active social media use negatively predicted social anxiety. Further, social comparison and feedback seeking positively predicted the social anxiety. Additionally, the results of Independent sample t test also showed that men reported higher active social media use, while women exhibited higher social anxiety. Further, no significant gender differences were found in passive social media use, social comparison and feedback xv seeking.Future implications should be done to reduce anxiety, youth should be educated on the detrimental effects of social media, and educational institutions should develop strategies that promote responsible usage. Peer support programs and readily accessible mental health services can also assist youths share their experiences and build coping techniques.Item Self-focused attention and emotional eating as correlates of body esteem appearance and body esteem weight in young adults(UMT.Lahore, 2024) Hifza Malik; Zobia BabarThe present study investigated the relationship between Self-Focused Attention, Emotional Eating, and Body Image Dissatisfaction in young adults. The purpose of the study was to find the negative and positive correlation between self-focused attention, emotional eating and body image dissatisfaction, predictors of body image dissatisfaction, and gender differences. The total sample consisted of 250 young adults including (92) men and (158) women from college, universities, and offices, which were selected through Non-probability Purposive Sampling. The data was collected in person and the Self-Consciousness Scale (Scheier,1985), Body Esteem Scale (Mendelson,1997), and Emotional Eating Scale (Arnow,1995) were used. Results of the Pearson Product Moment correlation revealed that social anxiety had a negative relationship with BE-Weight and a positive one with BE-Appearance. Moreover, emotional eating is negatively correlated with BE appearance and positively correlated with BE attributes. The study implies the three phenomena together for the individuals who choose the pathways of poor eating habits and self-focused attention which may heighten the risks of developing body image dissatisfaction.Item Relationship between neuroticism, loneliness, spritual bypass and mental health problem in institutionalized older adults(UMT.Lahore, 2024) AAMNA SHAHID L; MUSKAN BINT-E-AJMAThe mental health of institutionalized older adults is a growing concern due to the unique psychological challenges they face. This study examines the relationships between neuroticism, loneliness, spiritual bypass, and mental health problems in this population. Correlation Research design was used. A sample of 120 institutionalized older adults were selected through purposive sampling technique. Data was collected through Neuroticism Scale (Big Five Personality Inventory (BFPI; John & Strivastava, 1999), Loneliness Scale (LS; Khan & Mahmood, 2022), Spiritual Bypass Scale (SPS; Saleem & Khadeeja, 2022), Mental Health Problems Scale (Depression Anxiety Stress Scale Form (DASS-21SF; Lovibond & Lovibond, 1995). The study reveals that high levels of neuroticism and loneliness are positively correlated with various mental health problems and neuroticism and loneliness are highly significant with mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, and stress. Neurotic individuals may have heightened sensitivity to stressors, such as the challenges of institutional living. Spiritual bypass, particularly in settings where access to spiritual resources may be limited, can lead to emotional problems and worsened mental health outcomes. The relationship between neuroticism, loneliness, and spiritual bypass can create a cycle where emotional issues are inadequately addressed, leading to more severe and persistent mental health problems.Item Perceived anonymity, past victimization, emotional regulation and cyber dating abuse perpetration among young adults(UMT.Lahore, 2024) AMNA WAHEED; SYEDA ARIBA FATIMACyber dating abuse perpetration has become very common among young adults in Pakistan. Grounded in the framework of cyberbullying and cyber harassment, the research seeks to understand how the perception of anonymity in digital spaces may embolden individuals to engage in abusive behaviors. Furthermore, the study investigated how past victimization experiences affects the likelihood of cyber dating abuse perpetration and investigates the role of emotional regulation deficits in increasing these tendencies. The purpose of the current study was to investigate the relationship between perceived anonymity, past victimization, emotional regulation and cyber dating abuse perpetration among young adults and to find out the gender differences of cyber dating abuse perpetration. Through non-probability purposive sampling of 195 young adults with an age range of 19-35 years (M=23.94, SD=4.05) were taken. The Perceived Anonymity Scale, Emotional Regulation Scale and Cyber Dating Abuse Questionnaire (victimization and perpetration) were used to assess the sample. Pearson product moment correlation, multiple linear regression analysis and independent sample t-test were run to test the hypotheses. The results showed positive relationship between perceived anonymity, past victimization and cyber dating abuse perpetration among young adults. Further, it was found that emotional regulation was the negative predictor of cyber dating abuse perpetration. The implementation of culturally sensitive prevention and intervention measures is crucial in prevailing against cyber dating abuse perpetration, as it takes into consideration variations in social norms, communication styles, and perspectives on technology and relationships.