CYBERBULLYING

Cyberbullying

Cyber bullying is the continuous harassment of an individual via internet or mobile networks.

It includes incidents where adolescents use technology, usually computers or cell phones, to harass, threaten, humiliate, or otherwise hassle their peers.

EXAMPLE

1.     A youth sending hurtful text messages to others or spreading rumors using cell phones or computers.

2.    People create web pages, videos, profiles on social networking sites to make fun of others.

3.    With cell phones, taking personal pictures where privacy is expected, and posted on distributed them online.

HOW TO PREVENT AND RESPOND TO CYBERBULLING

·         Do not share or disclose your personal information (email address, phone numbers, photos, passwords, etc..) on the internet.

·         Do not open or respond to messages from someone you don’t know.

·         Do not send messages when angry. Treat your friends, parents and teachers with respect.

·         In case you have any issues with any of your friends, talk to him/her face to face rather than sending him/her a mail or posting it on same a social networking site.

·         Remember that cyber bullying is an offence and you can be arrested for this. In case you are being targeted by cyber bullies, report this at once to your parents and the nearby police station.

·         Report the matter to your parents/teacher immediately.

·         Report the matter to cybercrime cell of your area.

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