Technologies: How Can Cyberbullying Be Detrimental To Someone’s Life?

Name Tutor Course Date Cyberbullying Introduction With the advent of the technology, bullying has escalated to a new level. Unlike in the past when bullying was associated with schools and public places such as bus stops, cyber-bullying or online bullying has become more prevalent due to the popularity of social media platforms (Hirsch). Cyberbullying presents a huge problem because it does not depend on the geographical location, such as within the school, but may occur anytime and anywhere (Common Sense Media). According to a survey conducted by Ditch the Label, approximately 47 percent of young individuals receive negative profile comments, whereas 62 percent receive abusive private text messages through the applications in smartphones (BullyingUk). Effects of Cyberbullying Cyber-bullying has adverse effects on the victims (Stopbullying.gov). Cyberbullying affects different aspects of the lives of the victims and it is a constant source of worry and distress. Victims may start isolating themselves from other people because they feel embarrassed about a particular text or photo about them that was posted on social media (Hirsch). Long-term, frequent or severe online bullying usually leaves both the victim and the bully at a higher risk of depression, anxiety and other disorders related to stress. Consequently, the academic performance of a student may be severely affected. In some cases, victims may resort to committing suicide. Researchers assert that both the victims and bullies are at a higher risk of contemplating or committing suicide. Moreover, the cyber-bully may be suspended from the school or dismissed from the sports teams (Hirsch). Although the victims may suffer a great deal of stress...