To deal with cyberbullying, don’t retaliate, gather evidence, and notify an adult or authority figure. Protect personal information and save threatening messages. Consider blocking the sender and seeking legal action if necessary. Use software to document harassment and seek help from resources available online.
Dealing with a cyber bully or any kind of hostile behavior online should be done rationally and not in a rushed manner. It’s not a good idea to reciprocate with hostile behavior or threats when you’re being harassed on the Internet by a cyberbully. Gather any relevant facts or clues to identify the person who has been displaying threatening behavior or intimidating you.
If you are a minor or school-age child, it is best to discuss the situation with an adult, such as a parent or authority figure. A school guidance counselor or teacher should be notified, especially if the suspect is a student. If you are teased or ridiculed, this form of intimidation should be dealt with fairly and effectively. Any physical threats made against you should also be reported.
You should never attempt to retaliate with aggressive or threatening behavior. This could result in an even more serious situation which could quickly become dangerous. Threats of violence must be reported to the authorities and supported by evidence.
You should be aware of internet security while online. Never give personal information, such as your full name, place of residence or telephone number to an unknown person on the Internet. This could potentially lead to cyber stalking.
By not provoking the cyberbully further and choosing not to respond aggressively, you will put yourself in more control of the situation. If you have received threatening emails or any kind of improper and unsolicited images, please do not delete them. You should save them in a folder where they will not be lost, as they may be needed to identify the author.
If you’ve received abusive or threatening emails, or have been harassed through text messages, try blocking the messages from the sender. If it occurs again under a different name, more aggressive measures may need to be taken. If the harassment gets worse, collect all the information you have and report all incidents to the police.
Remember, there are resources that can help you deal with a cyberbully. The software can be customized for your computer to document any harassment that occurs online. If you search online, you may find computer programs that help you track suspicious behavior and targeted attacks.
If all else fails, you may be considering legal action. You may need to know your rights and have someone represent you in court. In many cases, an attorney will not charge a consulting fee for such services.
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