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Cyberbullying is bullying!

Over the past few years, the number of people using the internet has increased significantly. Even though it has brought some incredible and remarkable innovations to society, it has a negative effect simultaneously. One of these adverse effects I’d like to highlight is cyberbullying.

Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. When it comes to cyberbullying, the victim is frequently blamed or

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brushed off. However, this is not the case when bullying is physical.

Victims of cyberbullying do not deserve to get brushed off just like that! Or feel like they deserve to be trampled on. Bullying, whether cyber or physical, deserves the same punishment because cyberbullying is bullying!

37% of young people between the ages of 12 and 17 have experienced cyberbullying, which shows how serious the problem has become. Also, 30% have had it happen more than once. Children and teenagers are experiencing this every day.

Children?

Teenagers?

What has the internet come to? The internet used to be where people could share images of that vacation they went on or a memory they wanted to bring attention to. But, the internet is now mainly used to spread rumors about people. This is also used to harass, blackmail, and track them down. Yes, track them down! This has caused most teenagers and children to experience depression or anxiety. Many say they want to raise mental health awareness, but few address the root causes of depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.

Cyberbullying is a significant contributor to these mental health issues. Just as when it comes to physical bullying, the victim is given justice. Cyberbullying victims deserve the same justice because, after all, cyberbullying is bullying. Cyberbullying should be brought to light to stop it possibly. Speak up and never remain silent!