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Understanding Cyberbullying

Types of Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is a form of bullying that takes place online or through electronic means. It can take many forms and can happen through various mediums such as social media, text messages, chat rooms, and online gaming platforms.

Common types of cyberbullying

  1. Harassment - This involves sending repeated, hurtful or threatening messages to the victim.
  2. Impersonation - This is when the bully creates a fake profile or impersonates the victim online with the intention of humiliating or embarrassing them.
  3. Outing and Trickery - The bully may share private and personal information about the victim publicly. They may also use trickery to obtain sensitive information about the victim.
  4. Exclusion - This occurs when the bully intentionally excludes the victim from online groups, chats, or games.
  5. Cyberstalking - This involves following the victim online, sending them unwanted messages and creating a sense of fear and discomfort.

Cyberbullying can have serious and long-lasting effects on the victim's mental health and well-being. Therefore, it is important to recognize the different types of cyberbullying and take action to prevent it.

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