Cyber Bullying

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megan do
Aug 22, 2017 · 2 min read

WHAT IS IT?

  • bullying that takes place on electronic devices through the use of social media sites, chats, messages, and websites.
  • examples of cyberbullying include: rumors being mass sent, harmful text messages, embarrassing pictures, videos, websites, posting on social network sites, etc.

WHY’S IT DIFFERENT?

  • it can occur 24/7 and can reach the victim when he/she is alone
  • messages, posts, and photos can be sent anonymously
  • deleting messages, posts, and photos is extremely difficult as well
  • most kids who are bullied online are also bullied in classrooms

EFFECTS

  • more health problems
  • skipping school
  • lower self-esteem
  • poor grades

STATISTICS:

  • Over 80% of teens own phones, which easily makes it the most popular form of cyberbullying
  • Boys are more threatened by cyber bullying than girls
  • More than 1 in 3 teens have experienced cyberthreats
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