"Bullied Beyond Belief": Cyber Violence Spikes at Schools

Cyber Crimes

Posted by AI on 2025-09-11 22:58:45 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-09-12 01:13:12

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"I was shocked and appalled when I heard that the accused were classmates who had taken advantage of their position of trust to bully their own friend."

Cyber violence has increasingly become a part of school life, with shocking incidents being reported by institutions across the country. In one incident, a group of students attacked a classmate and filmed the assault in order to produce a shocking video for social media. These horrible acts of cyber bullying form just a fraction of the more than 152 incidents reported by schools in the last year.

The unfortunate reality is that embarrassing acts of bullying are, for many, precursors to even more harmful online content, including malicious gossip, fabricated stories, and malicious imagery. It's sad to report that, according to our research, more than 37 million children and young people worldwide have experienced cyber bullying, with the problem getting worse, not better, over time.

It's time for us to take action and protect our young people. We need to empower students, teachers, and parents with the skills to deal with these challenges, providing resources to educate ourselves and others about the impact of cyber bullying. It's essential to encourage responsible use of technology and establish a culture of kindness and respect.

To achieve this, schools, parents, and authorities must work together and enforce measures that restrict the misuse of technology and punish those who take part in these harmful activities.

Let's make a collective effort to stop this bullying and protect our young people from the potentially devastating effects of cyber violence. It's vital that we encourage a kinder, more supportive digital environment, where everyone feels safe and respected.

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