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You’d think that the use of a personal device, such as a cell phone or tablet, would mean that you’re in a safe space. No one is physically around to hurt you or make you feel scared, right? Unfortunately, this way of thinking couldn’t be more wrong. Cyberbullying doesn’t just apply to one or two teens - it can happen to any of them. And, in fact, it does. According to a study of students aged 11 to 15 years old by the Cyberbullying Research Center , 34% reported that they had experienced cyberbullying in their lifetimes. As this study was completed in 2015, we can theorize that 3 years later those numbers have grown. So, is cyberbullying the same as bullying? How can we help our teens know what to do when faced with a cyberbullying attack? Here’s what you need to know. What is Cyberbullying? Cyberbullying is when someone repeatedly harasses, mistreats, or makes fun of another person online or while using cell phones or other digital devices. Some examples of this type of h...
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