Cyber Bullying

The latest news is all about cyberbullying. Many kids and teenagers are becoming the new cyberbully. Cyberbullies are gaining more control over their victims and terrorizing them. The new statistics are shocking. One in five kids has at least one type of cyber-harassment or cyberbullying problem. If you are a parent, there are some specific laws regarding cyberbullies that you should know about.

Cyberbullies are generally other young people who use the Internet and social media to taunt, embarrass or bully someone they see as a peer. Cyberbullies and cyber harassment are also sometimes referred to as cyber-bullying and cyber harassment. It has actually become more common, particularly among teenagers, since the internet has evolved and technology has progressed. There are many different types of cyber bullying, some of which are more common than others.

Targeted bullying is when a child is targeted because of things they post on a website or on instant messaging systems such as Facebook or MySpace. This kind of cyber-bullying has significant psychological effects on the victim and those who know the victim because it’s done in front of other people. These effects range from lowered self esteem to low self confidence and increased likelihood of depression. The effects can continue even after the original bully has left the Internet and/or social media system.

A bullying involves physical as well as verbal abuse or humiliation. This usually takes place during school or other school related events. Physical effects include bruising, cuts or swelling. Most victims do not wish to bring legal action against the cyberbully. Many cyber bullying victims do not want to talk about the experience with others, but it is possible to work through the trauma and effects of cyber bullying by talking with the bully and others who have been affected by the bully through various forms of media.

Cyber bullying differs from physical bullying in that the victims do not have physical contact with the cyber-bully and the abuse occurs over the internet, rather than in real life. Cyber bullying also often takes place without the presence of the victim or the knowledge of others. The victim does not know that the cyber bully has been targeting them. Cyber bullying can be just one of several factors that can cause a teenager to seek help, including issues such as low self esteem and depression.

There are several different types of cyber bullying, but they all involve some type of covert strategy, such as posting comments on someone else’s wall or sending inappropriate messages via instant messaging. The most disturbing aspect of cyber bullying is that it can lead to violence, which can be reported to authorities through the help of trusted adults. This makes it important to report any instances of cyber bullying to school authorities or the local police. In addition, it is essential to seek support for oneself if one is suffering from cyber bullying, especially if there is an element of violence involved. There are several online resources that can help teens and parents identify the different signs of cyber-bullying, and also provide tips for addressing the situation.

The methods used in cyber bullying vary according to the target, although there is usually some sort of coordinated effort. Some examples of cyber bullying include: physical threats, like pointing or throwing objects at another person; sending secret messages or drawings via instant messaging; or intrusive questions and requests for information, like asking the victim’s date of birth or asking where they went to school. However, there are also some examples of cyber bullying that involve none of these more direct techniques, and are more anonymous. Many experts believe that cyber-bullying happens less often than traditional bullying, but it can be just as harmful and should not be ignored or left unpunished.

Prevention is the best way to deal with the issue of cyber-bullying, and many schools have special educational programs that address this type of harassment. There are also plenty of online resources that parents can use to help them learn more about this particular type of harassment, which is often undertaken by individuals who are in the teenage years and younger. Some sites will offer advice on how to stop this behavior and others will offer websites devoted to providing ways for young people to report bullies online. It is important that any parent who has children know that there are resources available to help them identify and report bullies. It is important that all teachers, coaches, school administration, and school counselors understand the risks associated with cyber bullying and are knowledgeable about the reporting processes that must be followed to make a successful investigation.