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From the Editors of Common Sense Media
March 8, 2007
Q: I've heard so much about kids getting bullied online. Can you tell me more about this -- and how to protect my own kid?
A: Bullying used to only be done on
playgrounds and in school hallways, but a new study from the
National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) says that 43 percent of teens reported being victims of cyberbullying in the past year. These insults -- which are delivered online and via cell phone and target physical appearance, friends, clothing, or sexuality -- are even
causing some schools to create rules to forbid this kind of behavior. If you know that your kid is being harassed, there are things you can do about it at home. Here are some ideas from the NCPC:
Set guidelines: Set rules for Internet use and monitor your teen's use of technology (Internet, cell phones, and other devices).
Select a central location: Place your home computer in a central place in your home, such as your kitchen or living room. It's easier to monitor your teen's Internet use this way.
Discuss the issue: Set expectations for online behavior, and discourage your teen from posting others' personal information or contributing to slam sites.
For the rest of these tips, please visit the original article at: http://www.commonsensemedia.org/parent_tips/commonsense_view/index.php?id=212 .
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