More Effects of CyberBullying and The Effects of Bullying on Children
Cyber bullying is a very serious matter. Students have taken their own lives because they felt pressured, embarrassed and felt they had no other alternatives. With so many technology devices available and the cyber world virtually unsupervised, there is a lot of room to someone to act maliciously. What to do if you’ve been cyber bullied? The first thing that usually has a positive impact is communication. If you’re a student, talk to an adult and explain how you’re feeling and what has been happening. If you’re a parent or adult, start random conversations about cyber bullying and what to do if it occurs, especially if you’re recognizing symptoms. Sometimes the student may not want to say anything in fear of the ramifications. By starting a healthy, non-threatening dialogue, it could make the difference between a positive or negative consequence. Other things that can be done:
Don’t give out passwords (computer, cell, social media)
Do not share anything personal with anyone that could potentially put it on the internet. That includes pictures, secrets or information on others that you may have.
Save the messages or postings as proof.
Block the person doing the cyber bullying.
Turn off your technology – this is IMPORTANT. Sometimes, you need to take a break and step away from being engaged all the time.
Although cyber bullying is associated with negative implications, there are some positive outcomes. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has an initiative to counteract cyber bullying. There are also many organizations that encourage healthy dialogue and offer solutions to situations that may occur. Here at Nobullying.com, we advocate for educating, advising and counseling individuals who are concerned with the effects of cyber bullying. Take a stand with us to fight for what’s right. Someone’s future depends on it.