Cyberbullying
"You are a human being with a smile"
By: Jessica Mayte Rodriguez
EDIT 3318-D73
What is Cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is bullying that affects people through the use of electronic devices. It is bullying that can be transferred very quickly. Cyber-bullying happens everyday. Boys and girls, men and women are all exposed to this virus constantly. Cyber-bullying can be caused by sending inappropriate messages, rumors and lies, pretending to be someone else, revealing personal information, threatening comments, while many other different ways. All these can easily be done through e-mail, text messages, social media, and even in person.
Spot it!
If you feel that you are being threaten, or feel that the comments being said are negative towards you or others, then categorize this as cyber-bullying. Any remarks of humiliation that seem out of place, and make you feel as if you are not worth anything, can be leading to cyber-bullying.
Take Action!
If you are the one that is feeling as if you are being cyber-bullied, remember that you need to speak up, don't be scared. It is no one's fault to be bullied by others. It is always good to try to keep any evidence that you have and speak with someone else regarding the issue.
If you notice that someone else is being bullied, keep the evidence and speak about it with someone regarding the issue as well.
Prevention!
Some ways to prevent cyber-bullying is by getting away from social media. Try to do other things that you are interested in. Also, remember to share your feelings with others regarding bullying. Always think positive, even when you feel that the whole world is ending for you, remember that you are a wonderful person inside and out.
EXTRA, EXTRA!
-Always remember to never give important information online.
-Only use websites that you feel comfortable using.
- Respect yourself and the people you are connected to.
- Always think positive.
- Speak to someone you trust as soon as you feel that you are being bullied.
As a parent, How can I help?
As a parent, we should make sure to talk to our children in regards about cyber-bullying. It is always a good idea to have our children understand that they can talk to us for any help that they might need. Always make sure that you set rules for them to use social medias and know that no matter what happens, they can trust you.
Copyright
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