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Cyberbullying

This category is for questions about cyberbullying. A cyberbully is a person that uses the internet to be threatening or abusive to another person. If you ever feel you are being bullied by another user on WikiAnswers, report it using the Report Abuse link at the top of your message board.

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What is the best approach to Cyber bullying?

Best Approach to CyberbullyingOn WikiAnswers, the best approach to cyberbullying is to report the cyberbully to a supervisor, who will then take appropriate action to stop the bullying. Don't try to deal with the cyberbully yourself, but report cyberbullying immediately.

Reporting cyberbullying immediately is what should be done on other sites as well.

What is cyberfence?

Namo CyberFence 2.0 is a Popup Blocker product from namo.com.

Whats the consequence of a threatening text?

Depends on the text. You can probably solve that on your own as you know why that text was sent to you in the first place. If this is a hate crime however it is covered under the hate crime section in the constitution and should be reported to the authorities. If you can't get them to stop, and you call the authorities, then they will have to treat this as a major crime as there is nothing worse than a hate crime.

Why would someone post a mean comment about you on the Internet?

Most of the time it's because they're bored, and it's a well known way to release stress without hurting those you know/love. Here are some other reasons:

Reason 1: You may have posted a hurtful message on the Internet earlier that hurt them.

Reason 2: They may be joking but unaware that it's bothering you.

Reason 3: They may like you and are trying to get your attention

Reason 4: They may be bullies who target weaker and younger people.

Reason 5: They want something to do and they think they have an issue with you.

Some people do it not just for your attention, but for attention period. Immature people feel that the Internet is an easy way to say whatever they want to others without any consequences. Insults can be thrown around and no one can tell them to stop. Here's what I said to someone who insulted me:

"I don't appreciate being called a "moron". You are very well inclined to disagree with my answer, but please do so in the future in a more respectable and appropriate manner. I know this is the Internet, and insults can be thrown around easily with no regard to consequences. However, it would be more becoming of you as an individual to recant such statements and allow for a healthy enlightenment on both sides. You obviously like history, and wish to correct any errors and misunderstandings on those who don't pay attention to the facts, and you have my compliments on that, but please...consider the point that you may well be wrong, and perhaps instead of calling a person a "retard or moron", you should politely inquire where they learned such a fact..."

Now my response initially had an irritated tone to it, so I said this: "If you feel that my response to your answer sounds a bit angry, well, how would you have reacted?" I will change it, as I feel that responding to insults with anger is not the way to go. As Thomas Jefferson once said, "always remain cool and collected". No hard feelings my friend.

You see? That's how I deal with cyberbullies. You have to take the high ground and no matter how angry you are, don't insult them back to yell back because that's what they want you to do. Just give a mature and intelligent response, and you'll just leave them completely frustrated. They are just pathetic and speak out their insecurities to you so they could feel good about themselves. They are obviously too much of a coward to say it to your face, so they post it online because they are too afraid and insecure to actually tell you.

Don't listen to them. You are fine. They just don't have a life! Don't worry.

What technology do cyber bullies use to bully people?

Facebook, twitter, myspace, text messaging, email, anything really on the internet that can send pms. (private messages)

Who is tess mattner?

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Why is cyber-bullying worst than bullying?

Cyber bullying is no worse than any other form of bullying - it is all very, very bad!

What is the big deal?

It is not a big deal.

If you are bullied, stand up to them!

Tell a teacher,

Tell your parents,

Tell the police!

What should you do if a man keeps asking you for pictures on the internet?

(Children/Teenagers)

For those of you that are being asked or forced into doing things you wouldn't normally do on the internet, social media or by text, for example; sending unclothed or indecent images of yourself and receiving some back. Stop and ignore all future messages from them and ignore any threats that they will expose your pictures to the World, your family or friends. These threats are false in the hope that you will continue to send more images or to try and extract money from you. Con people do this and they hope they can embarrass you so you don't stop doing it. They are men or women who are much older than you, they are liars and cheats as nothing they have told you is true and images they send you are not them.
These people do not hold any power over you in reality if you delete their messages without any reply. Just send the one final message saying you have contacted the Police about them, even if you don't.
You may be surprised that this type of con is very common and many teenagers fall for it. It happens more than you might think. What those people are doing is blackmail and illegal so if you ignore them they will go away. You must not reply to anything further from them no matter what they message you. Eventually they will get bored and go away. Change your contact details, your passwords, email address or anything they can contact you by if you need to and try not to fall for that type of con again.
Whatever it is that you did it doesn't matter, and I mean whatever. You will not be blamed or ridiculed for it if anyone found out. The law is on your side. It is those con people that will be prosecuted not you when they are caught. They will be doing it to many others at the same time so it would be good if you had the courage to report it.
Don't worry because you feel you have nobody to tell about this because you are embarrassed or scared you will be made a fool of or everyone will see what you did. It won't happen, the images would be kept very private, even from family. You can always approach the Police and they will help you. You are not to blame !

What is the difference between school yard bullying and cyber bullying?

School yard bullying happens at school or on playgrounds, in person. Cyber bullying is when someone sends you threatening or harassing emails or messages on the internet, or when they send mean or cruel emails/messages about you to others. It may be from someone you know, or it may be someone who just happened to see your name or email address some where.

What does CDC mean for cyberbullying?

CDC stands for "Center for Disease Control." However, recently they've changed their name to "Center for Disease Control and Prevention."

What constitutes an email threat?

Not all states have cyberbullying laws and some places wiil not even act on a threat til there is an actual attempt to hurt you. Print out everthing you can with Isp address. Record and/or save any audio. Tell your stalker/bully to stop 2 or 3 times. Do not swear at them or use inflammatory speech.Record this. Then tell them if this does not stop you are going to the police. Then you have documentation and a pattern of behavior to show them. That will be more likely to get some action

Who Can You Contact If You Get Cyber Bullied?

You can contact the people who run the website, social website you are on at the time and report abuse.

If it is through email you can initially block their emails from coming through. If they use several email addresses then you can report them to your email provider or even the police. Always save the messages received so you can pass them on to the authorities.

Never put up with bullying of any sort, report and keep reporting them until they get the message.

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How did cyberbullying start?

Cyberbullying started with the introduction of Social Websites.

Cyber means through the Internet (Cyber space) so anywhere you can write a message you have the means to Cyberbully !

Why are people still Bullying and Cyber-Bullying Amanda Todd?

Because those people are just plain mean. They think it makes them cool or sometimes, these people called trolls say things intentionally to make people mad. Whatever the reason, its wrong. Even if that person is dead. Bullying is a worldwide problem that needs everyones attention.

How much has cyber bullying decreased?

if you ask me 0% it just keeps getting worser and worser every year that's a way of life LOL

Cyber-bullying is there a site online where a person can report cyber bully?

You don't have to use another site. The site that your on usually has a report button on the profile page of that person. You can even contact the people who actually run the website.

Why has bullying increased?

There are a number of factors here. Part of it is just an increased awareness and people finally saying that enough is enough. But if it is increasing, here are some possible causes:

1. The world is getting smaller. The population is increasing, and so is the use of technology like the Internet and cell phones. So this all gives the perception that the world is getting smaller. Consider this. Lets say you take on a roommate. You might argue and fight for a while, but then you both eventually learn how to get along. Then add another person, and you both would have to adjust to the new roommate. Then if you keep adding people, you eventually reach a point to where tensions stay high all the time. There will be differences in tastes, only so many electronic gadgets to share, competition for resources, difficulty in moving around, and some may have to sleep on the floor.

2. People are becoming pickier. There are websites and television shows which attack differences in styles. Schools create more demanding dress codes and require uniforms, making it more difficult to develop maturity in accepting differences. Creating more products and services add to this problem, since others cannot understand if certain differences can be eliminated why more people won't work to eliminate them. Orthodontics and cosmetic surgeries have existed for years, but not all can afford them. But now, not only does society expect straight teeth, but they also expect them to be very white.

3. There are more ways to be different that bother people. Sure, things like homosexuality and interracial relationships have always existed, but in the past, such differences were hidden from others. Now as they become more common in the open, society has to learn how to adjust.

What to do if cyber bullied?

just know that this is unacceptable and the people that do it are pathetic. this is a great video. http://www.digizen.org/cyberbullying/fullFilm.aspx i f you don't know who it is then they can be tracked, and people will get in major trouble, but don't be scared to speak out. If you don't know how to tell someone then it is ok to write it in a letter. good luck

How long have herbal supplements been around?

since people started expirementing to find relief to pain.... the Chinese were one of the first cultures to promote Holistic healing by using herbs

How can bullying and cyber-bullying cause depression?

Both bullying and cyber-bullying are done to hurt the person the bullying is aimed at. Bullying includes physical and/or emotional harm. Cyber-bullying is typically only emotional bullying.Constantly being insulted and make fun of or threatened to be hurt (or actually being hurt) can make a person feel inadequate and they may even believe the cruel words of the bully.

They then internalize the insults which can eventually cause depression. They may also feel alone like they are having to face the pain without support. These feelings of isolation can also lead to depression. And lastly, when they reach out for help and no one helps end the bullying, they may feel as others do not care and this can also cause depression.


If you or anyone you know is being bullied, either online or offline, tell a trusted adult. Don't let it continue and remember, don't allow the bully control over your emotions

When is the right time to kill yourself from bullying and cyberbullying?

There is never a right time to kill yourself from any kind of bullying. You must stand up against the bully and keep reporting them to the authorities where it is happening.

You are better than any bully, you just need to accept this for yourself. Bullies have problems in their lives that cause them to behave the way they are. They may be being bullied themselves or having an abusive upbringing. There are many reasons for it. They need help and support, just as much as you do as the victim. Just make sure you tell others about what they are doing and never accept what the bully tells you. If you report what is happening then it will stop. Sometimes you just need to keep reporting it before people take better notice.

Good luck with this and have a happy life once this awful phase has been sorted.