CyberbullyingCyberbullying is a type of bullying that occurs with the use of any electronic technology. Cyberbullying is a major problem affecting young people today. There are different types of cyberbullying. This topic interests many people these days because bullying is very common and can ruin a person's life. Nowadays, cyberbullying is considered a new form of harassment. This can happen over the Internet, via computer, cell phone or any other electronic device. Cyberbullying can involve any form of nasty words or images posted on the internet for others to see. It could also involve spreading lies about the victim on the Internet. Many people are stepping up their efforts to prevent harassment. About half of American students are affected by traditional bullying every school day (Ross). Bullying peaks in middle school, then decreases in high school. Other types of bullying may involve passing notes behind someone's back, whispering rumors about someone, or being threatened online. The most common types of cyberbullying include sending humiliating photos, cell phone pranks, cyberstalking, identity theft, online slam books, and text wars. Bullies seem scary, but in reality, they are the ones who are unhappy. The majority of bullies have been bullied by their parents, siblings or other young people. This can lead them to bully and pick on other children. Children are bullied for thousands of reasons, none of which are valid (Hile [p. 26]). There is no cause that puts a child at risk of being a bully or being bullied by others. It can happen anywhere, in any city, town or suburb. It can also depend on the environment, such as groups of homosexuals, ...... middle of paper ...... don't be sure to tell anyone about your bullying, so it's important to talk to people who have signs of this. Talking can help determine if harassment is involved in their lives. It seems impossible to protect children from cyberbullying, but there is a lot you can do to prevent it. On a daily basis, cyberbullying affects many children, adolescents and even adults. Cyberbullies find it fun to bully others online. When a cyberbully posts something online, they don't realize the consequences for themselves. When you post something online, you need to think about how it may affect you in the future when you have to go to college or get a job. There are many ways to track someone who is being cyberbullied, so don't try to use a fake name thinking you won't get caught. Just try to help prevent it in any way so we can all live in a safe environment..