How to protect yourself and others from cyberbullying
With most of the world’s population now using the internet and social media on a daily basis, cyberbullying has become widespread in today’s society. Not only is this form of online bullying targeted at children, but adults can also find themselves becoming the victims of online abuse. How to recognise cyberbullying In order to tackle this serious issue, we must first learn to recognise the signs of cyberbullying so that we can take necessary steps to avoid and prevent it. Cyberbullying is when someone uses digital technology such as the internet, social media, mobile phones and gaming platforms to upset, abuse, threaten, slander or harass an individual. For example: Abusive, threatening or offensive messages Posting inciting messages in online forums or communities Spreading rumours online Posting private and personal images of another person without their consent Creating fake social media profiles to smear someone’s character or harass them This kind of intentionally...