CYBERBULLYING Hunter Lombard/CB is otherwise known as cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is a type of bullying on the internet. It can lead to death like Amanda Todd, Megan Meier, and Phoebe Prince. They have killed themselves because of cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is a new trend among teens. For example cyberbullying is a type of bullying on the internet. Cyberbullying can happen on cell phones, computers, and tablets. And can also happen on social media sites, text, and websites. People that are cyberbullied are often bullied in person too. Cyberbullying can happen 24/7. People can stay anonymous. And can lead to less consequences. Cyberbullying is a sad thing that people do to increase their status or to become apart of a clique. There are many types of cyberbullying. Examples of cyberbullying can be mean text messages or emails. And rumors, embarrassing pictures, videos, misrepresentations, websites, or fake profiles. More examples of cyberbullying are flaming, exclusion, cyberstalking, harassment, trolling and can even be alienated. Cyberbullying can happen 24/7. All day, everyday. Messages can be sent anonymous. Kids who have been cyberbullied have a harder time getting away from being bullied. Flaming and trolling are just some of the types of cyberbullying. …show more content…
Some of the effects on the victim are use of alcohol and drugs, skip school, and have a lower self-esteem. In fact, National Center of Education statistics and Bureau of Justice statistics show that nationwide about 21% of students ages 12 to 18 experience bullying. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people. 4,400 deaths a year according to the CDC. 10 to 14 year old girls may be at higher risk to commit suicide. Many people think the bully should be expelled from school or convicted of a crime. Many people die from cyberbullying and it is not just part of being a