Cyberbullyng

What is Cyberbullying?

Cyberbullying is a threat, harassment, persecution, hassle or nuisance through any mobile device like mobile phones, tablets, computers, etc. and done by a child to another child. Cyberbullying is really dangerous, as the expansion of the harassment and humiliation made to the child is very big, because the use of internet makes this kind of bullying spread much faster than normal. Also, anonymous networks may cause the harasser a feeling of unpunishment and think there are no consequences to their actions. This is a common MISTAKE, because when reported, the bully can be located in a easy way.

How can we confront cyberbullying?

Our advice to confront cyberbullying are:

• If you are being bullied, the first thing to do is asking for help or advice to an adult or an expert in this matter. They will know how to proceed, so follow their advice.
• Don't answer to provocations or insults from others, you will only worsen the situation.
• Stop every communication with the bully and remove him/her from your contacts. On social media you should also block every communication with strangers.
• Don’t publish personal info in your profiles on social media.
• Communicate only with people you know. Don’t trust anybody you have met on social media or the internet.
• In case of harassment you must keep evidence to prove it, screenshots of messages and media received are always a good option.
• Behave always politely with other people, just as you would like them to treat you.
• Don’t accept invitations or friend requests from strangers. You don’t know who is behind the account so be extra careful.
• Report to the services provider (Facebook, Twitter, Whatsapp...) the improperly use of the service the bully is making, because he/she will probably be banned.

If you notice somebody is being bullied, don’t take part, neither ignore the situation. You must report it to an adult, he/she can take care of the situation.