Cyber Bullying

BY VERONICA WERTMAN

What is Cyber Bullying?Cyber Bullying is when people use the Internet or cell phones to send

hurtful messages or post information to damage other people’s reputation

or friendships.

How You Can Prevent

Cyber Bullying To prevent cyber bullying you can: Protect yourself by not providing any

information or pictures in electronic form that could be used against you.

Examine how you are communicating. You might be communicating in a way that is irritating others or hurting their feelings.

Find some new friends. If your “friends” are treating you badly, it might be easier to find some nicer friends.

What To Do If Someone Else Is Cyber Bullied

If someone else is cyber bullied you should:

Tell the person who is bullying them to stop.

Try to help them Tell an adult If it gets to out of hand tell the police

Conclusion

Cyber Bullying is not a nice thing. It could ruin reputations, friendships and some people even commit suicide. Think before you type.