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What was the primary motivation behind Trisha Prabhu's efforts to combat cyberbullying?
What was the primary motivation behind Trisha Prabhu's efforts to combat cyberbullying?
- To prevent further tragedies like the suicides of Rebecca Sedwick, Megan Meier, and Tyler Clementi (correct)
- To address the ineffectiveness of traditional cyberbullying prevention methods used by schools
- To develop a profitable software application for social media platforms
- To gain personal recognition and fame for her innovative approach
Why are younger age groups more likely to post offensive messages on social media?
Why are younger age groups more likely to post offensive messages on social media?
- They lack proper guidance and supervision from parents or guardians regarding online conduct
- They are more susceptible to peer pressure and seek validation from their social circles
- Their brains are still developing, leading to impulsive behavior without considering consequences (correct)
- They have a better understanding of technology and social media platforms
What is the primary issue with the current approach of social media platforms in combating cyberbullying, as mentioned in the text?
What is the primary issue with the current approach of social media platforms in combating cyberbullying, as mentioned in the text?
- The platforms do not provide adequate support and resources for victims of cyberbullying
- The platforms lack effective moderation and filtering mechanisms for offensive content
- The "stop, block, tell" method is ineffective as victims often do not report incidents (correct)
- The platforms prioritize user engagement over addressing cyberbullying concerns
What is the primary functionality of Trisha Prabhu's software, Rethink?
What is the primary functionality of Trisha Prabhu's software, Rethink?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true regarding the prevalence of cyberbullying among adolescents in the US?
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true regarding the prevalence of cyberbullying among adolescents in the US?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the success of Rethink in combating cyberbullying?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the success of Rethink in combating cyberbullying?
According to the information provided, which of the following statements is true about the impact of cyberbullying on adolescents?
According to the information provided, which of the following statements is true about the impact of cyberbullying on adolescents?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the approach taken by Trisha Prabhu in addressing cyberbullying?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the approach taken by Trisha Prabhu in addressing cyberbullying?
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Study Notes
- Rebecca Sedwick, an 11-year-old girl from Florida, committed suicide after receiving mean messages on social media, sparking the speaker's determination to combat cyberbullying.
- Other victims of cyberbullying mentioned include Megan Meier and Tyler Clementi, who also tragically took their own lives after being targeted online.
- Trisha Prabhu, a 14-year-old from Illinois, decided to address cyberbullying at its source to prevent harm before it occurs.
- Adolescents are highly affected by cyberbullying, with 52% in the US experiencing it, leading to 38% having suicidal thoughts.
- Younger age groups, due to their brain development, are more likely to post offensive messages on social media without thinking about the consequences.
- Social media platforms' current approach to combating cyberbullying with a "stop, block, tell" method is ineffective as victims often do not report the incidents.
- Trisha Prabhu developed a software called Rethink that prompts adolescents to reconsider posting offensive messages, leading to a significant decrease in willingness to post harmful content.
- Rethink has been successful in reducing offensive messages posted by adolescents and is being developed into a Chrome extension and mobile add-on to combat cyberbullying globally.
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