Students Magazine_no 3_2022

ERASMUS + 229 Preventing harassment and violence in EU schools (2019-2022)
Cyberbullying or online harassment is bullying through mobile
devices or the internet. It is very unpleasant because it can be public,
difficult to download from the Internet and can affect you all the time,
even when you are at home. In addition, it is always posted online and
will have an impact on your future.
What does cyberbullying look like?
Receiving threatening or offensive messages via social media, such
as Facebook.
Send pictures or videos of others with you in order to offend or
embarrass you.
Spreading rumors about you via SMS or chat apps like WhatsApp.
Create a fake profile with your photos or post statuses and
comments as coming from you.
How can cyberbullying affect you?
A person who is being harassed online can experience many negative
feelings as well:
‣ Feelings of guilt;
‣ The person may feel trapped in a hopeless situation;
‣ She can feel alone, as if no one is supporting her;
‣ She may feel excluded;
‣ Feelings of depression, upset, and rejection by the group;
‣ Feelings of fear and insecurity;
‣ Anxiety and stress.
The most common types of cyberbullying are:
Harassment means constantly and deliberately mocking a person,
for example by posting pictures or messages that may affect mental
integrity.
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