Cyberbullying in Schools { Nelson Hauvinga 230090796}

Name: Nelson H Hauvinga Student Number 230090796 (BHESE)

What is Cyberbullyin g:  Cyberbullying refers to the use of electronic communication to bully a person, typically by sending intimidating or threatening messages. It includes harassment, exclusion, spreading false information, and impersonation. With the rise of digital spaces in education, cyberbullying has become a growing concern in schools, affecting students' emotional well-being and academic performance. https://www.stopbullying.gov/cyberbullying/what-is-it

  How to Recognize Cyberbullying Cyberbullying can be challenging to detect as it happens online, often in private. However, there are several warning signs that parents, teachers, and students can watch for.    OIP.I8yEQYvpjbvVyxNPirqqtAHaEp (474×297) (bing.com) Episode 1; signs of Cyberbullying https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EnXZYZkP9rman8Bl9DjKIyemkfxr7qxI/view?usp=drive_link Emotional distress Withdrawal from friends and activities Reluctance to go to school Sudden drop in academic performance

 How Schools Can Prevent Cyberbullying:    Schools play a critical role in preventing and addressing cyberbullying. They can implement policies, conduct awareness campaigns, and educate both teachers and students about the dangers of cyberbullying. Schools should: Create a safe online space for students Implement strict anti-bullying policies Provide counseling and support for victims of cyberbullying school policy:    https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KrGiZ2qUJil02GFjyWjOmNykIad7ecEG/view?usp=sharing Episode 2; Reporting Cyberbullying. https://drive.google.com/file/d/14X4lUpc49AdXSdCaP23_ybRiYKSP69v9/view?usp=sharing

  Empowering Students to Stand Up Against Cyberbullying Students themselves can take several steps to combat cyberbullying. This includes reporting incidents, supporting victims, and being mindful of their own online behavior. Tips for students include: Don’t respond to cyberbullies; report them. Offer support to friends being bullied. Use privacy settings and monitor your own online activities. students standing up against cyberbullying   teacher talking about what students can do to support their peers and combat cyberbullying.

  How Cyberbullying Affects Mental Health diagram showing the correlation between cyberbullying and its impact on mental health. Cyberbullying can have severe emotional and psychological impacts on victims. These include: Increased levels of anxiety and depression Lower self-esteem Decreased academic performance In extreme cases, suicidal thoughts or actions It’s essential for victims to seek help and for schools and parents to provide the necessary support. https://cyberbullying.g/ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1alLmI20K8Jsp6ZaU1YhDBPsD784q7rif/view?usp=sharing

  Legal Actions and Reporting Cyberbullying In many regions, cyberbullying is considered a crime. Students and parents can report cyberbullying incidents to authorities, and bullies can face serious consequences, including legal action. Steps to report cyberbullying include: Documenting the bullying behavior with screenshots or records Reporting the incident to school authorities Involving local law enforcement if necessary Cyberbullying Incident Report document https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lwgADxSHnbHJG89pgTqgbbSu9CQLeHmd/view?usp=sharing