In recent years, traditional bullying and cyberbullying have become two common problems in our society due to the great advances in technology and communication devices. While they cannot be eradicated completely, the lack of action and initiative will further aggravate the situation. Therefore, recent research has passionately suggested that education, considered of crucial importance, and constructive cooperation between social factors, such as family, school personnel and professional organizations, can effectively contribute to the prevention of this complicated issue. Mickie Wong-Lo and Lyndal M. Bullock, in their encouraging effort to intervene in incidents of cyberbullying, have recommended many ways to deal with it. In their article titled “Digital Aggression: Cyberworld Meets School Bullies”, they stated that children do not inform their parents about their Internet activities and as a result parents do not know how to deal with similar situations (67). According to Kowalski, parents should follow “reporting techniques, which include knowing when to ignore, block or react, being aware of the language used and responding appropriately;” (qtd. in Wong-Lo and Bullock 68). In other words, the authors rightly point out that systematic supervision and knowledge can be valuable measures because parents will monitor children's Internet use and will be able to provide appropriate guidelines in case a danger arises ( Wong-Lo and Bullock 68). Furthermore, as Keith and Martin argue, “[…] incorporating popular youth technology would mean teaching young people how to use a social networking site to promote themselves in a positive way that would attract… middle of paper… . ..the responsibility to protect young children through various means because experiences such as cyberbullying can traumatize children both physically and mentally for the rest of their lives. Accordingly, it is worth noting that the multifaceted education of each individual is a primary way to combat the harmful phenomenon of cyberbullying, which enhances aggressive behavior and threatens social prosperity. Works CitedBhat, Christine S. “Cyber Bullying: Overview and Strategies for School Counselors, Guidance Officers, and All School Personnel.” Australian Journal of Guidance and Counseling 18.1 (2008): 53-66. Australian Academic Press. Network. May 20, 2011.Wong-Lo, Mickie. and Bullock, Lyndal M. “Digital Aggression: Cyber World Meets School Bullies.” Preventing School Failure: Alternative Education for Children and Youth 55.2 (2011): 64-70. Press.
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