This document discusses the issue of cyberbullying and provides facts about its prevalence and forms. It notes that around half of teens have been cyberbullying victims, but only 1 in 10 tell their parents. Fewer than 1 in 5 incidents are reported to law enforcement. Some of the ways cyberbullying occurs include harassment through instant messaging, password theft, blogs, websites, and sending unwanted pictures or emails. While motives for cyberbullying can vary, it is important to address the root causes and get help for both bullies and victims.

1. Cyber bullying Yong Chen

4. Facts 1. Instant Messaging/Text Messaging Harassment [Learn More...] 2. Stealing Passwords [Learn More...] 3. Blogs [Learn More...] 4. Web Sites [Learn More...] 5. Sending Pictures through E-mail and Cell Phones [Learn More...] 6. Internet Polling [Learn More...] 7. Interactive Gaming [Learn More...] 8. Sending Malicious Code [Learn More...] 9. Sending Porn and Other Junk E-Mail and IMs [Learn More...] 10. Impersonation [Learn More...]

5. Facts Around half of teens have been the victims of cyber bullying Only 1 in 10 teens tells a parent if they have been a cyber bully victim Fewer than 1 in 5 cyber bullying incidents are reported to law enforcement 1 in 10 adolescents or teens have had embarrassing or damaging pictures taken of themselves without their permission, often using cell phone cameras About 1 in 5 teens have posted or sent sexually suggestive or nude pictures of themselves to others Girls are somewhat more likely than boys to be involved in cyber bullying

6. Facts While some of the traits of cyber bullies are similar to more traditional bullies, it is important to note that there are some differences. Some cyber bullies are victims of real word bullying, and go online and bully others to feel powerful. Others are bullies offline, and want to extend their sphere of influence and power to the online world. Other cyber bullies just want to show that they can do certain things online to show off. It is important to look for signs that your child is being bullied or is a cyber bully. In both cases, it is important to stop the problem by looking for causes of the bullying behavior. The motives for cyber bullying are rather wide ranging, so it is important to find out the reasons behind the behavior so that a solution can be found. Additionally, it may be necessary to help children and teenagers involved by getting them counseling and helping them understand how to overcome the problem.