Cyberbullying: Victim, Parent, School

Cyberbullying is becoming more prevalent among pre and teenage students. However, many victims refuse to discuss the circumstances surrounding the situation because they are afraid that parents or other adults will limit their access to Internet, text messaging, and other electronic means of communication. To overcome this fear, parents and students must be aware of Internet safety issues and should learn how bullying behaviors occur over the Internet and why it may be necessary to report it to school and law enforcement officials. Parents should e encouraged to engage in a continuing dialogue with their children about how they spend their time on the computer. Parents should always monitor their children's computer use.