Cyber Bullying
Not Just a Joke
Cyber Bullying is NEVER Okay to do
Definition of Cyber Bullying: T
he use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending messages of an intimidating or threatening nature. Causing harm to someone mentally or emotionally using technology.
Facts/Statistics/Examples
- 43% of kids have been bullied online. 1 in 4 have had it happen to them more than once.
- 70% of students report seeing frequent bullying online.
- 90% of teens who have witnessed cyber bullying online say that they just ignore it. 84% said that they have seen people tell the bully to stop.
- 1 in 10 bully victims tell a parent or trusted adult about the abuse.
- Victims of cyber bullying are 2 to 9 times more likely to consider committing suicide
How to Prevent Cyber Bullying
Be aware of what your kids are doing online
- Obtain passwords for social media in case of emergency.
- Know which sites your kid is using.
- Encourage kid to tell you if anyone says anything hurtful to them while using any social media site.
Establish technology use and rules
- Establish rules for computer and cell phone use.
- Help kid understand what is right and what is wrong to do and say while using the internet.
Understand school rules
- Some schools have developed a policy for what a student can and can not say in and outside of the classroom. Make sure both you and your kid understand their school policy.
Words can be more harmful than actions.
Reporting a Cyber Bully
Steps to take when reporting a cyber bully:
- Block the bully immediately,
- Do not respond to any harmful messages or comments from a cyber bully.
- Tell a parent or trusted adult.
- Report act of bullying to the school if needed.
- Report bullying to law enforcement if needed.