Children 'should learn how to talk about cyber-bullying' [schooldays.ie]

Primary and secondary school children have been encouraged to talk about cyber-bullies so that they do not face problems of depression.

Carphone Warehouse has teamed up with Professor Mona O'Moore of the Anti-Bullying Centre in Trinity College to alert parents to the growing problem of cyber-bullying.

Speaking with the Herald, Professor O'Moore said: "Parents can make a difference by looking out for the signs of cyber-bullying such as a child becoming withdrawn, moody or depressed."

She added that reassuring children that there is no shame in being bullied and encouraging them to talk about their problems could help.

 

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