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Cyberbullying

Digital harassment and intimidation tactics

Cyberbullying involves the use of digital technologies to repeatedly harass, intimidate, or harm others, often targeting vulnerable individuals.

Risk: medium
Very Common

Cyberbullying involves the use of digital technologies to repeatedly harass, intimidate, or harm others, often targeting vulnerable individuals.

How It Works

1

Perpetrators identify targets, often choosing vulnerable individuals

2

Harassment campaigns are launched across multiple platforms

3

Content is shared to humiliate or embarrass the victim

4

Coordinated attacks may involve multiple bullies

5

Anonymous accounts are often used to avoid accountability

Impact & Risks

Severe psychological distress and mental health issues
Social isolation and damaged relationships
Academic or professional performance decline
Self-harm and suicidal ideation in severe cases
Long-term emotional trauma and trust issues

Types of Cyberbullying

Harassment

Repeated sending of offensive messages or threats

Exclusion

Deliberately excluding someone from online groups or activities

Outing

Sharing private information or images without consent

Impersonation

Creating fake accounts to damage someone's reputation

Real-World Examples

Teen Social Media Harassment

Students creating fake accounts to spread rumors and embarrassing photos of classmates

Gaming Platform Abuse

Coordinated harassment campaigns against specific players in online games