Online+Bullying

=Online bullying - what is it? How do I address it?=

Online bullying, or **cyber-bullying**, is everywhere now that we all have computers, phones, iPads, etc. While these devices are great, they also allow bullies to hurt others from a behind a screen.



If you think that what you are experiencing may qualify as cyber-bullying, or if you are looking out for a friend that you think may be being harassed online, check out this [|link]. This is a great resource for learning about online bullying. Try it out if you are interested in:
 * Understanding what exactly cyber-bullying is.
 * How cyber-bullying works, and its different forms.
 * **Why** people cyber-bully
 * How to prevent cyber-bullying, and the role of parents and schools in solving the problem.
 * How to deal with different kinds of cyber-bullies.

If you are just looking to resolve a problem with cyber-bullying and do not need other information, follow this [|link]. This section of the website will outline for you the four main types of cyber-bullies, and how to deal with each of them. Each kind of bully is described in detail, so that you can determine which course of action is most useful for your situation or your friend's situation.