Bullying in today's world is very different than it was for past generations. Attacks can come from any direction, and at any time. Parents, today's blog from joshuastraub is a must read
One of my earliest memories of being bullied happened at a sleepover with my friend, Dan. We were outside playing in a sandbox. Living in a small town, we had friends who lived within walking distance. Before long, two neighbor kids joined us. But they didn’t want to play in the sand.
Bullying in the 21st century is much different than years past. Fists flying at the flagpole in front of a small crowd after school are now tactless words, oftentimes anonymous, on places like Ask.fm. Or they’re very specific, incredibly hurtful messages that disappear in 3 seconds on Snapchat. Anxiety and depression are increasing among Generation Z, and many researchers believe screens are a major reason . Cyberbullying exacerbates the feelings of inadequacy, leaving kids feeling anxious, afraid, and depressed. Signs include withdrawing from parents, friends, and activities. Schoolwork, grades, and behavior also tend to regress.The attachment a child develops with the parent sets the stage for how they regulate emotion and view relationship experiences.
But what happens when the teen fling is over? Who has those pictures and messages? Perhaps the scorned ex? Though sending cruel messages and spreading rumors are the most common forms of cyberbullying, circulating sexually suggestive pictures has become one of the most shame-filled ways of bullying another. I cannot emphasize to kids and teens enough the risks of taking pictures of themselves they would later be embarrassed to have others see.
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