How to stop cyberbullying

You’ve probably heard of cyberbullying by now. Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place using technology such as cellphones, computers and tablets, often over social media sites, text messages, chat sites and websites.

According to stopbullying.gov, a resource recommended by Communities In Schools, kids who are victims of cyberbullying are more likely to use alcohol and drugs, skip school, experience in-person bullying, be unwilling to attend school, receive poor grades, have low self-esteem and have more health problems.

How can parents and kids prevent cyberbullying? Here are some tips:

• Know the sites your kids visit and what they are doing online. 

• Tell your kids that you may review their online activities if you have a reason for concern.

• Learn about the sites they visit and the devices they are using.

For more information on cyberbullying, including what it is, how to prevent it, and how to report it, visit stopbullying.gov.