How does cyber bullying occur?

Recently, the media has exploded with tragic stories and consequences of cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is defined as bullying that occurs over electronic devices, often through texting, email or through social media websites such as Facebook. read more

Cyberbullying, unlike “traditional” bullying, doesn’t just occur in the park or just outside of school. It occurs in a variety of venues and mediums in cyberspace and it occurs most often where teenagers congregate. read more

Cyberbullying is an intimidating, harassing, and/or hurtful online action to another person that takes place through electronic technology such as cell phones, computers, tablets, etc. as well as communication tools such as text/instant messaging, social media, email, etc. Cyberbullying is almost always paired with bullying in real life. read more

Because cyberbullying is all about control and power, ignoring the bully can help to some extent. Also, because cyberbullying often happens with peer groups at school, strong school policies there can be of great assistance. read more