How to help people who are suffering from cyber-bullying?

Victims of cyber-bullying should be ware that they can always seek help from their parents,friends and even police. The best way for us to help those people is to encourage them and help them regain their self-confidence.Giving the victims hopes and tell them many people are still loving them.So they will not be afraid of fighting with bully.Here is a tragedy about a poor girl who was too afraid to fight with cyber bullies.

Two Girls Arrested After One Allegedly Brags On Facebook About Cyber Bullying Suicide Victim

In the end of the video,out of desperation,she chose to commit suicide.This story shows us how much damages cyber-bullying can bring to children.

Everyone need love in his or her life. We don't feel lonely when we take care of each other.When someone is in trouble,a warm heart or a compliment may help he or she overcome it.Let us start helping the victims and make our society more harmony and wonderful.

http://www.wggb.com/2012/05/07/91-year-old-woman-searches-for-local-love-connection/

reference:

http://www.wggb.com/2012/05/07/91-year-old-woman-searches-for-local-love-connection/

http://www.kidscape.org.uk/our-shop/posters/protect-yourself-against-cyber-bullies!/

http://www.polarimagazine.com/bulletin-board/ground-breaking-law-combat-cyberbullying/

http://shifs.wordpress.com/2011/12/15/hello-to-hell-no-cyberbullying-are-you-being-affected/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmPjZOOXoVg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QqeDfkJ5uo

http://blog.sgrouples.com/what-is-cyberbulling/

Some other blogs about cyber-bullying

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How to avoid cyber-bullying?

Teenagers enjoys connecting with their friends through facebook and twitter.These social network offer them a platform to interact with each other more easily. Personal information are posted online so that people can know you more quickly.Nevertheless, as one is open to internet, one is also open to cyber-bullying.

Why some people like to bully others online

As far as I am concern,many bullies do not care about the consequences when they are bullying others online.They find it interesting to send aggressive words to people they dislike.Even more,some of the bullies are also victims of cyber-bullying.They want others to feel their pain and become decadent as victims. There are so many reasons why some people like to bully others online.It can come from many aspects from our society.However, what is more important is to know how to avoid cyber-bullying

Some useful tips

1.Never post your personal information

http://www.kidscape.org.uk/our-shop/posters/protect-yourself-against-cyber-bullies!/

This includes your name, address, phone number, school name, passwords, and any other information that can be used to try and contact you offline. This rule also applies to the personal information of others. You do not have the right to post someone else´s personal information. It is considered as criminal offence if you do. 

Personal information also includes photographs. If you post pictures of yourself, make sure your photo is absolutely secure and can only be viewed by people you know. Before posting photos of someone else it is best to ask their permission first. 

2.Don´t respond to an angry message with anger

http://www.polarimagazine.com/bulletin-board/ground-breaking-law-combat-cyberbullying/

Many people would be angry and scold in return when they are being cyber-bullied.  A reaction like thisis exactly what a cyberbully is looking for. He takes relish in controlling the victim through fear and anxiety.The wise thing to do is ignoring them.

3.Don´t post anything that is very private

http://shifs.wordpress.com/2011/12/15/hello-to-hell-no-cyberbullying-are-you-being-affected/

If you want to share something private, it is best to talk to the person face to face or on the phone. Messages can be accidentally sent to the wrong person and then be used by cyberbullies to harass you. If you are not willing to allow others to see it or read it, then don´t post it. Internet allows others to read your e-mails at any times.

What is cyber-bullying?

With the rapid development of information technology, people nowadays can easily express themselves with the help of Internet. Social platforms like facebook, blogger,twitter offers people spaces to connect with friends and families. However,although social platforms bring friends closer, they also cause problems as Cyber-bullying.Here is a short movie about cyber-bullying from YouTube.

An introduction to cyber-bullying
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QqeDfkJ5uo)

http://blog.sgrouples.com/what-is-cyberbulling/

The damage of cyber-bullying should not be underestimated.In some cases, cyber-bullying can even lead to traumatic results. Actions should be taken to stop and prevent tragedy like this.