Cyberbullying in Schools

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Namupala Simsolia 202158225


  What is cyberbullying ?

     

Cyberbullying is the use of digital technologies to harass, threaten, or embarrass someone, typically over social media, messaging platforms, online forums, or gaming communities. Unlike traditional bullying, cyberbullying happens in the online space, allowing perpetrators to hide behind anonymity or act from a distance, making it harder for victims to escape.

Explantion on what is bullying. 






Types of Cyberbullying 

1. Harassment




Involves repeatedly sending offensive, rude, or threatening messages to an individual or group. It can include persistent attacks on someone’s character or appearance through messages or posts.

Example: A student receives continuous mean texts about their appearance or personality.

2. Flaming


A form of online fight where angry, vulgar, or abusive comments are exchanged publicly on forums, comment sections, or chatrooms.

Example: Two students get into a heated argument in a social media comment section, and it escalates into hurtful insults for everyone to see.

3. Exclusion
   


Purposely excluding someone from an online group, chat, or event, often to make them feel left out or unwanted. It can be subtle but damaging.

Example: A student is intentionally left out of a group chat or online gaming community, while others talk about them behind their back.

4.Outing/Doxxing
    


Sharing someone’s private, sensitive, or embarrassing information or images without their consent. This can include sharing secrets, personal details, or intimate images, often leading to embarrassment or harm.

Example: A student shares another person’s private messages, photos, or videos publicly without their permission.

5. Fraping
  

When someone accesses another person's social media account without permission and posts inappropriate or harmful content under their name.

Example: A bully logs into a student’s account and posts offensive messages, making it seem like the victim did it.

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