Term Paper-Problems and Consequences of Cyberbullying

Term Paper-Problems and Consequences of Cyberbullying

Problems and Consequences of Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying happens when kids bully each other through electronic technology. Examples of cyberbullying include: sending mean text messages or emails, rumors sent by email or posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing pictures, videos, websites, or fake profiles. Kids who are being cyberbullied are often bullied in person as well. Additionally, kids who are cyberbullied have a harder time getting away from the behavior.

Review the website stopbullying.gov (http://www.stopbullying.gov/cyberbullying/index.html) for information on Cyberbullying. Carefully read each of the sections: What is Cyberbullying?, Prevent Cyberbullying, and Report Cyberbullying.

After you’ve reviewed this information, answer the following questions. What are the problems with cyberbullying and how does this relate to this week’s lesson on Injury and Violence Prevention? Discuss these problems with cyberbullying. Are there problems or unintended consequences that you have thought about relative to cyberbullying not mentioned on the website? Discuss these as well.

In total, you should discuss at least 4 problems and/or unintended consequences with cyberbullying. What are some specific educational/prevention strategies that can be implemented with children, teens, and college students? How can parents get involved in this discussion? Discuss at least 3 educational solutions and/or prevention strategies to raise awareness and to stop cyberbullying.

In a 2-4 page paper, discuss the problems and unintended consequences of cyberbullying and specific educational and/or prevention strategies (see trigger questions above). You should use and include an additional resource (textbook or on-line article) t