Cyberbullying

Cyberbullies use social media and smartphones to harass victims from remote or local areas. Traditional bullying usually stops when a victim returns to the safety of his home, but cyberbullying is a continuous process maintained through email, texting, forum/blog posts and other communication vehicles. Even if cyberbullying victims change profile settings and avoid certain websites, cyberbullies may easily continue public bullying activities.

The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) offers the following recommendations for victims of cyberbullying:

• Block cyberbullies on all social media sites.
• Report cyberbullies to website administrators.
• Avoid sharing personal details online.
• If you are a minor, speak to a trusted adult about cyberbullying.
  

The NCPC also encourages those who are not victims to become anti-bullying advocates by refusing to participate in cyberbullying campaigns, flagging cyberbullies and raising cyberbullying awareness.