Cyber Bullying

What's a Cyber Bullying?

Cyber bullying is a form of psychological abuse that is inflicted through the use of technology such as mobile phones or internet systems such as instant messaging or social networking sites. One in seven young people suffer from cyber bullying.

What you can act against Cyber Bullying?

1. If you are the victim of cyber bullying it is best not to keep it to yourself but to let a parent or teacher know about it. It can be a little embarrassing but telling people with experience can help yourself and prevent it from happening it to other people!

2. Do not give your personal contact information such as a phone number or an email to someone you don’t trust. It’s very easy for someone to send a nasty message without even realising what they are doing. You can protect this information on social networking sites by changing the privacy settings.

3. If you send messages to your friend you should be respectful and think twice about what you are saying. Be considerate because what you may find funny or harmless may be offensive to someone else.

4. If you receive a message or something that upsets you do not retaliate. Many bullies bully because they want to feel powerful – if you don’t make them feel this then they will stop bullying you.

5. Contact the local police. Many bullies are actually afraid of authority and police have the power to persuade bullies to stop what they are doing. Bullies don’t want to go to jail!

Useful helpline number

Childline: 0800 1111

Written by Eun Ji Lee