How to protect your children in cyber bully war [Herald.ie]
- Published: 03 September 2010
THEY'RE making life a misery for thousands of teenagers -- many of whom fear there's no escape.
Cyber bullies prey on their victims via text messages or on the internet, using technology to spread lies or abuse about individuals.
But now a campaign has been launched to stop the spread of the frightening phenomenon.
The Carphone Warehouse and Professor Mona O'Moore of the Anti-Bullying Centre in Trinity College have come together to highlight the risks posed by cyber-bullying and offer tips for parents to prevent and deal with it.
SIGNS
A recent study showed one in four girls was affected by cyber-bullying, and as many as one in six boys were suffering harassment. But experts say parents can help protect their children.
Professor O'Moore urges parents to look out for the signs that their child is being bullied.
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