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In this exploratory study, the researchers examine the intersection of teens with autism as public library users, their perceptions of and experiences with cyberbullying, and the potential role of public librarians in providing relevant digital citizenship programming. Results from this study indicate that teens on the autism spectrum live rich digital lives and have experience with both sides of cyberbullying, or digital drama. This study suggests that teens are willing to answer questions about their digital lives and demonstrate a desire to learn more about best practices in navigating the online environment, especially when learning alongside peers. Practical implications based in inclusion are given for public librarians seeking to implement digital citizenship education for the communities they serve. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on a study which explored the intersection of teenager with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as public library users and their experiences with cyberbullying. Topics discussed include the role of public librarians in providing relevant digital citizenship programming, digital citizenship education for teenagers on the spectrum and public librarians providing digital citizenship support.