A student at a school has been a victim of cyberbullying. (a) Describe what is meant by cyberbullying. [2] (b) State two effects that cyberbullying can have...
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A student at a school has been a victim of cyberbullying.
(a) Describe what is meant by cyberbullying. [2]
(b) State two effects that cyberbullying can have on the victim. [2]
(c) State two actions the victim should take. [2]
Answer Details
(a) Cyberbullying is the deliberate use of digital technology - such as social media, messaging apps, or email [1] - to harass, threaten, intimidate, or repeatedly upset another person. [1] Unlike face-to-face bullying, cyberbullying can happen at any time and can reach the victim even in their own home.
(b) The effects of cyberbullying on a victim can include:
- Anxiety, stress, or depression caused by the persistent nature of online harassment. [1]
- Loss of confidence and self-esteem, which can lead to social withdrawal and difficulty concentrating on schoolwork. [1]
(c) A victim of cyberbullying should:
- Tell a trusted adult such as a parent or teacher, who can help address the situation and provide support. [1]
- Save evidence of the bullying by taking screenshots of messages, which can be used when reporting the behaviour to the school or authorities. [1]
The victim should also block the person responsible and report the behaviour to the social media platform, but should avoid responding to the bully, as this can escalate the situation.
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