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By Komal Choudhary
Cyberbullying refers to the use of electronic communication technologies, such as social media, text messages, emails, online forums, or other digital platforms, to harass, intimidate, threaten, or otherwise harm individuals, usually with the intention of causing distress or harm. Cyberbullying can occur between peers, where one student targets another, or it can involve multiple individuals ganging up on a victim. It can also involve anonymous perpetrators
Verbal or written bullying: This involves sending hurtful or threatening messages, spreading rumors or gossip, using derogatory language, or engaging in name-calling or insults online.
Social exclusion or ostracism: This involves intentionally excluding an individual from online conversations, groups, or activities, or manipulating social media settings to isolate or block someone.
Cyberstalking: This involves repeated and unwanted online monitoring, harassment, or threats, which can cause significant distress and fear in the victim.
Public humiliation: This involves sharing embarrassing, private, or intimate information about someone online without their consent, often with the intention of shaming or humiliating them.
Impersonation or identity theft: This involves creating fake accounts or profiles to impersonate or harass someone, steal their personal information, or damage their reputation.
Posting or sharing harmful content: This involves posting or sharing harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content, such as photos, videos, or messages, with the intention of causing harm or embarrassment to the victim.
As an educator, preventing cyberbullying in students is a crucial responsibility. Here are some actions we can take to help prevent cyberbullying among students:
Conclusion and References
Schütz, J., Schipper, N., & Koglin, U. (2022). Bullying in school and cyberbullying among adolescents without and with special educational needs in emotional–social development and in learning in Germany. Psychology in the Schools, 59(9). https://doi.org/10.1002/pits.22722
Bork-Hüffer, T., Mahlknecht, B., & Kaufmann, K. (2021). (Cyber) Bullying in schools–when bullying stretches across cON/FFlating spaces. Children's Geographies, 19(2), 241-253