Stop Cyberbullying
The Time Is Now
What is Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying is when a group or individual person post or says something online to try and hurt another person or group. Cyberbullying can take place anywhere using electronic technology.
Examples of Cyberbullying
- Mean text messages or e-mails
- Rumors sent by e-mail or posted on social networking sites
- Embarrassing pictures,videos,websites,or fake profiles
Three differences between Cyberbullying and Bullying
- Cyberbullying can happen 24/7 and can reach someone even when they are alone at any time of the day or night
- Cyberbullying messages or images can posted anonymously and can be distributed very quickly to a wide audience.It can be difficult and sometimes impossible to trace the source.
- Deleting inappropriate or harassing messages,texts,and pictures is extremely difficult after they have been posted or sent.
Effects of Cyberbullying
- health problems
- low self-esteem
- poor grades
- alcohol and drug use
- poor school attendence
Prevention and Awareness
- Ask for passwords
- Ask to "friend" or "follow" your kids on websites
- Encourage your kids to immediately tell if they or someone else is being
- Know the sites your kids visit and use
- Establish rules about technology use
Establishing Rules
- Be careful on what you say and post online
- Know who is seeing the things you post
- Do not share your password or information with others
Reporting a Cyberbully
- Report to Online Service Providers
- Report to Law Enforcement
- Report to School
Report to your Online Service Provider
- Visit social media safety centers to learn how to block and control the people that can contact you
- Report to the social media site so they can take action against the people violating the terms of service
Report to your local Law Enforcement
- Threats of violence
- Stalking or hate crimes
- Child pornography or sending sexually explicit messages or images
Report to your School
- The school can use the information to help inform prevention and response strategies
- Some state laws cover off campus behavior that creates a hostile school environment