Unit 8 - What will be will be
Exercise
30
Read again and answer the questions.
Solution
- Cyberbullying is a problem for both young people and adults over 18, though it's referred to as cyberharassment or cyberstalking in the latter case.
- Arguments can occur without it being cyberbullying when the tone of the message is misunderstood and there's no repeated pattern or ignoring requests to stop.
- Yes, cyberbullying is a common problem. It's evidenced by statistics such as one in four teens being victims, and one in six admitting to being a cyberbully.
- Blocking the bully is a step, but it's not enough to address cyberbullying effectively.
- No, it's not a good idea to stay quiet if you or a friend are a victim of cyberbullying. It's essential to talk about it to people you trust and report the bullying to prevent further harm.
- Cyberbullies sometimes need professional help because their behavior may stem from underlying psychological issues that need to be addressed.