Cyber Bullying : increasing risks of digital world (Series-1)
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content.
The most common places where cyber bullying occurs are:
Social Media, such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter
SMS (Short Message Service) also known as Text Message sent through devices
Instant Message (via devices, email provider services, apps, and social media messaging features)
Examples of cyber-bullying include:
Mean text messages;
Harsh emails;
Starting or spreading rumours about someone online;
Posting or sharing embarrassing pictures or videos of someone without their permission;
Setting up fake profiles and posing as someone else;
Creating cruel websites as an attack on someone.
Breaking into another persons account to send hurtful messages or pretend to be them with the intent of humiliation.
Cyberbullying By The Numbers
87 percent of todays youth have witnessed cyberbullying (Source)
Close to 34 percent of students acknowledge that they have experienced cyberbullying (Source)
15 percent of surveyed students admit to cyberbullying others (Source)
One out of three kids feel they are more accepted on social media networks than in real life (Source)
Resources:
https://www.teensafe.com/blog/cyber-bullying-facts-and-statistics/
https://www.socialworkdegreeguide.com/cyberbullying/
So guys have you ever faced cyber bullying then please share with us your experiences and tell us how you controlled your emotions on that time.
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@debojyoti012
I have never experienced cyber bullying, but I have friends who have. It was during the high school years and usually was over a relationship or on someone being jealous of someone else. Its a sad thing that people expericne this and I am so glad you posted it! <3
@Pumpkin74
thank you so much for your support
Hello there!
Wonderful post on Cyber Bullying! I believe you did a good job covering all the main points.
I have not experienced cyber bullying, but I know many people who have been victims of such behavior.
The main thing I try to remind people who are victims of cyber bullying is to not feed into it, since cyber bullying is similar to bullying in person. They want to see you react.
If you don't feed in and you stay being the bigger person, it can at time make the bully go away.
If this doesn't work, there are alternatives such as blocking, reaching out to the social media page, changing your phone number, or reaching out to your local police department.
Again, thank you for bringing this up :)
@NicholasLeListener
awesome ............ we are all proud of you
Firstly, thank you for writing this post on such an important issue.
Thankfully, I haven't experienced cyberbullying. However, I can empathize with the victims. The impact of cyberbullying can be quite detrimental, psychologically, emotionally and physically. People can develop anxiety, depression and many times , they can end up in crisis situations as well. Based on my understanding of bullies in general, they engage in such cruel acts probably because it's a form of entertainment for them and they bully others to boost their own ego and self-esteem. This could be due to the lack of attention they received in their respective lives. They want to have power and control and they try to achieve this, by humiliating others.
Unfortunately, bullies don't realize how much hurt they are causing in another individual's life and how negatively they are affecting the families of these victims. Bullies need professional support as well. Their energy needs to be channelized in the right direction.
Here's an additional resource for those looking for support >> Ways to Deal with a Bully and How to Overcome Bullying <<
@tazcares
thank you so much for giving additional resources .