Cyberbullying
The digital age has created a whole new world for young to play in. From smart phones to ipads and everything in between, children are now able to communicate with each other instantly, and in some cases anonymously. There are many benefits to this new tehnology, but with the good comes the bad. These new technologies have given young people a new platform to target their peers. In a 2008 Universty of Toronto study, half the students reported being cyberbullied. (WebAware 2012)
The difference from traditional face-to-face bullying is that it is relentless and public and at the same time anonymous. The following video shows a glimpse into the life of someone being cyberbullied:
The difference from traditional face-to-face bullying is that it is relentless and public and at the same time anonymous. The following video shows a glimpse into the life of someone being cyberbullied:
As a teacher or parent, it is important to talk to children about the responsible use of digital technology and what to do if they or someone else is being cyberbullied. Follow the link to find out more about cyberbullying, or if you or someone you know is being cyberbullied: Kids Help Phone Canada
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