Murphy, ChristopherFarrell, Danielle Margaret2024-03-212024-03-212023-01-0112800http://hdl.handle.net/11603/32391The existing literature on cyber dating abuse (CDA) has largely relied on quantitative research methods focused heavily on defining and measuring the prevalence of CDA, but less is understood regarding the impact of CDA experiences. To address this gap, the current study utilized qualitative, semi-structured interviews with 18 college students who had previously reported having some CDA experiences. Employing Braun and Clarke's framework (2006) for thematic analysis, ten overarching themes were created from the data. Participant responses shed light on the multifaceted nature of CDA, and expressed experiencing far-reaching and oftentimes long-standing impacts to their emotional well-being and social relationships. A notable gap in social awareness of CDA was revealed, indicating the potential utility of a social norms approach to prevention. Research and practice recommendations are provided as well as suggestions for future research.application:pdfThis item may be protected under Title 17 of the U.S. Copyright Law. It is made available by UMBC for non-commercial research and education. For permission to publish or reproduce, please see http://aok.lib.umbc.edu/specoll/repro.php or contact Special Collections at speccoll(at)umbc.educyber dating abusedating violenceintimate partner abuseText