Post 4: Recognizing and reporting bullying

 Signs and symptoms of cyberbullying

  • Belongings getting lost or damaged
  • Coming home with physical injuries, like unexplained bruises
  • Torn clothes
  • Being afraid to go to school
  • Being mysteriously "ill" each morning
  • Skipping school
  • Doing less well at school
  • Being nervous or losing confidence
  • Becoming quiet and withdrawn
  • Asking for or stealing money (to give to bullies)
  • Problems eating or sleeping
  • Bullying other children

https://cyberbullying.org/cyberbullying-warning-signs




How to report incidents to school authorities

Start by contacting the school's vice president or whoever is in charge of disciplinary measures, and ask what steps are taken when cyberbullying is reported, how well other victims have been protected, and what steps are taken to ensure the cyberbullying doesn't escalate.

School staff should be very open and supportive in their answers, and you should feel free to ask the questions you need in order to feel comfortable about reporting the incident and assured that you know what to expect every step of the way. If your questions aren't met with open understanding, or you believe the school will not handle the issue well, step back and reconsider your options.







Online resources for support and help

 These links will take you to some of the online resources that you can use to report cyberbullying
https://www.anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/






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