Harmful Effects of Cyber Bullying

Cyber bullying is very different from all other kinds of bullying.

The comments by the bully can be viewed online by people from all over the world.Thus,it can have a detrimental effect on the victim's self-esteem which can result in a lot of negative effects on the victim's emotions.

The worst thing is that, cyber bullying is much more difficult to prevent and can spread very quickly.

Effects of cyber bullying include:

- Harmful effects on a victim's self-esteem, emotional well-being

- Loss of a sense of personal safety

- Depression 

- Self-destructive behavior

- Poor performance in school or work 

There are shocking news of teens who have been driven to suicide or violent crime as a result of cyber bullying.

So....

Stop Cyber Bullying now...

How to put a stop to Cyber Bullying

Actions that can be taken against cyber bullying

Do not respond to threats of cyber bullying as this would instigate the bully to commit more offences of cyber bullying against you and you would be considered a cyber bully. Instead, save the traces of cyber bullying that you can find online, for example, rude comments or messages, etc. These can help in taking action against the cyber bully.In serious cases of cyber bullying, the victims should contact the ISP (Internet Service Provider) or the police. Offenses such as these are taken seriously and they would be willing to put in effort in stopping and preventing these behaviors.Besides this, you should get the support from a trusted friend or adult.

Laws

Cyberbullying legislation has been introduced in New York, Missouri, Rhode Island and Maryland. 

In June, 2008, Rep. Linda Sanchez (D-Calif.) and Rep. Kenny Hulshof (R-Mo.) proposed a federal law that would criminalize acts of cyberbullying.

Cyber Wellness Tips

Interested to know more about the Dangers Lurking around the internet?If you do let me tell you more about it!

When you are in MSN , remember to maintain a COOL identity.What is COOL?
Cannot reveal gender & age
Original
Out if this world
something that you Like

Now, allow me to explain further what is Public and Private information
Public Information:
It is okay for anyone to know such information about you. basically they are unable to contact you.
Private Information:
Never reveal information to online strangers which allow them to be able to find or contact you. Eg. Your address, handphone, pictures etc.

Remember: When a stranger ask you for some personal information which make you feel uneasy, you need not lie . You could practice Selective Disclosure information .
Example: If the stranger asked you whats your name and where you stay, you could tell him/her your Maple charactor and you could say "I live in Maple"
If he/she continue pressing you , immediately end the conversation or tell your parents.
Remember, information revealed online is Public not Private. It is freely accessible to anyone and it is beyond your control.
Keep it in MIND
There are Four Cyber Wellness Values I want to share with you:

1. Be Street-Smart
Restrain from revealing personal information .
2. Be a Responsible and Respectful
Refrain from using vulgarities. Do what your whant others to do to you
3. Achieve Balance
Make a time table so that your will not spent too much time on computers
4. Embrace Inspiration Use Of Internet
Forward to friends useful mails and not Junks