Cyber

bullying

Cyber Bullying
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes
place using electronic technology.
Electronic technology includes
devices and equipment such as cell
phones, computers, tablets ,social
media sites, text messages, chat, and
websites It occurs when a person is
bullied , harassed or threatened in
some way by another person. Unlike
physical bullying, electronic bullies
can remain virtually anonymous
using temporary email accounts,
pseudonyms in chat rooms, instant

Forms of Cyber Bullying

There are many forms of cyber bullying .
Some of them are stated below.
Harassment
Denigration
Flaming
Exclusion
Impersonation
Outing and Trickery
Cyber Stalking
Anonymity
Masquerading

Signs of Cyber Bullying

Cyberbullying is one of the most common online dangers, and
kids and teens are particularly susceptible because they tend to
take their tormentor's words to heart and resist confiding in their
own parents.

Avoids school

Appears sad or anxious

Trouble sleeping at night

Appears nervous when receiving a text or a call

Lack of interest in social activities

A drop in grades or decline in academic performance

Ways of Cyber Bullying

There are lots of different ways of cyber
bullying. Some of these are described below.
E-mail
Instant messenger and chatrooms
Picture messages
Online Polls
Websites
Interactive games
Sending viruses
Mobile phone
Abusing personal information

Cyber Bullying effects on

youth
There are many effects of cyber bullying on youth.
Some of the effects are described below.

Not wanting to go to school

A sharp drop in grades and performance
Skipping school
Sudden self-esteem issues
Complaints of illnesses
Changes in sleep and eating patterns
Have increased thoughts about suicide
Loss of interest in activities
Increased feelings of sadness and loneliness
Have higher risk of depression and anxiety

How to stop Cyber

Bullying
Cyber bullies often use pictures, status updates, and
personal information they find online to harass their
targets. It's fine to share a little information about
yourself online, but never reveal something you don't
want the whole world to know. If your friends start teasing
someone online or via text, don't participate. Ask them to
stop, and let them know that cyber bullying has the same
dangerous consequences as in-person bullying does.
Sometimes online communications can be misread by the
recipient, leading to a conflict that can escalate into a
bullying situation. Be respectful to people with whom you
communicate online to avoid making enemies. If a
conflict develops, try to resolve it in person.