Gender-based violence on digital platforms: an analysis from the perspectives of psychology and law
Violencia de género en plataformas digitales: un análisis desde las perspectivas de la psicología y el derecho
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violence, cyber, depression, anxiety, jurisprudenceResumen
The fundamental purpose of this article was to analyze gender-based violence in the digital environment from legal and psychological perspectives, employing a qualitative, analytical, and descriptive method. It is argued that gender-based violence in the digital age is primarily a cyber-violent phenomenon, based on a meticulous literature review that included the analysis of key documents, jurisprudence, and relevant literature. Online psychological violence was the focus of the study, highlighting that cyberbullying has a devastating impact on the emotional, mental, and even physical stability of individuals, both women and men. From a psychological perspective, it is clear that women who have experienced online gender-based violence exhibit elevated levels of anxiety, post-traumatic stress, and depression, which seriously affects their health. In legal terms, the legislation in Colombia is examined, specifically Law 1257 of 2008. It is noted that, despite some progress, there are notable shortcomings in the regulatory framework that prevent an appropriate response to the problems faced by victims. The persistence of violence is fueled by the lack of proper classification of certain cybercrimes and by the fact that institutional support is insufficient. It is concluded that gender-based violence in cyberspace comprehensively affects mental health, and that legislative reforms and increased psychological support for victims are essential to effectively address this serious problem.
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