14 Questions
What is cyberbullying?
The use of technology to harass, intimidate, or bully someone
What is a psychological effect of cyberbullying?
Increased stress
What is a social effect of cyberbullying?
Feeling like an outcast or outsider
What can parents do to prevent cyberbullying?
Monitoring online activities and setting rules
What is a technical solution to prevent cyberbullying?
Using blocking or filtering software
What is an individual action to prevent cyberbullying?
Being kind and respectful online
What is an educational program to prevent cyberbullying?
Teaching empathy and digital citizenship
What is an effect of cyberbullying on academics?
Decreased academic performance
Which of the following is a characteristic of indirect attacks?
Spreading rumors or gossip
What is a common consequence of cyberbullying that can affect a person's daily life?
Difficulty forming relationships and social withdrawal
Which of the following is an example of a physical effect of cyberbullying?
Sleep disturbances
What is the primary goal of education and awareness in preventing cyberbullying?
To teach children and adults how to report incidents
Which type of cyberbullying involves monitoring someone's online activities?
Cyberstalking
What is a consequence of cyberbullying that can affect a person's reputation?
Social consequences, such as damage to reputation
Study Notes
Definition of Cyberbullying
- Cyberbullying is the use of technology to harass, intimidate, or bully someone.
- It can take many forms, including:
- Sending mean or threatening emails, texts, or messages
- Spreading rumors or gossip online
- Posting embarrassing or hurtful photos or videos
- Excluding someone from online conversations or activities
Effects of Cyberbullying
- Emotional effects:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Low self-esteem
- Feeling isolated or alone
- Psychological effects:
- Increased stress
- Difficulty sleeping
- Loss of appetite
- Social effects:
- Difficulty forming and maintaining relationships
- Feeling like an outcast or outsider
- Academic effects:
- Decreased academic performance
- Absenteeism or truancy
Prevention of Cyberbullying
- Parental involvement:
- Monitoring online activities
- Setting rules and consequences
- Encouraging open communication
- Educational programs:
- Teaching empathy and digital citizenship
- Promoting positive online behaviors
- Encouraging reporting of cyberbullying incidents
- Technical solutions:
- Using blocking or filtering software
- Implementing online reporting systems
- Creating safe online environments
- Individual actions:
- Being kind and respectful online
- Not engaging with or responding to cyberbullying
- Reporting incidents to authorities or online platforms
Test your knowledge on the definition, effects, and prevention strategies of cyberbullying. Learn how to identify and prevent online harassment, and promote a safe online environment. Explore the emotional, psychological, social, and academic effects of cyberbullying and how to take action against it.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
