This week we discussed the dangers and harm cyberbullying can have on a person especially on a young teen. With kids having access to the latest digital technologies kids no longer have to be bullied face to face or simply at school. The bullying can follow them where ever they go. Certain threats from online or cyberbullying have even lead to threats that imposing death or suicide. Cyberbullying can involve anything from harassment, embarrassment, or even torture. This is a horrible problem but this is reality. Teenagers everywhere can be victims of this form of bullying.
However, I believe the parents can take some time to monitor their child's activity online to make ensure their child's safety. Most parents are unaware of cyberbullying and whenever serious threats are imposed on their child they always seem to be clueless to why something happened. Parents to take some time to at least talk to their children about whats going on with their lives. Whether it's school, or their friends the parents should have an idea with what is going on in their kids lives. Another idea would be to set up online alerts with their child's name in it. It's simple to use and it will give you updates on websites or blogs that have your child's name posted to it. And if issues get worse makes sure the school is involved in the situation.
Cyberbullying is definitely harmful and their may not be a clear cut way to stop it, but their are ways to monitor it, and it starts with the parents.
I agree with you, parents can do a lot to stop the issues associated with cyberbullying simply by being conscious of their children's activities. This would go a long way in stopping the vicious cycle.
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