Cyber Bullying is defined as the willful and repeated
act of harming others electronically (through
email, instant messaging, Web sites, chat rooms,
social networking sites, cell phones and other electronic
means). It is a relatively new issue, but has clear
consequences that need to be addressed. This is why
Hazelden has published Cyber Bullying: A Prevention Curriculum
for Grades 6-12. The consequences of cyber bullying are
far-reaching, causing some victims to experience low
self-esteem, poor academic achievement, difficulty making
friends, loneliness, depression, and suicidal thoughts and
tendencies. Some reports of suicide following incidents
of cyber bullying have been in the news. Around one-third
of all teens using the internet have been bullied, and have
found that bullying in any form is tied to a host of other
behavior problems, including substance abuse. Education and
prevention are keys to halting cyber bullying. The Hazelden
cyber bullying curriculum is authored by nationally renowned
experts in the field of bullying prevention. It will help:
It includes:
- Increase Student and Parent Awareness of Cyber Bullying
- Equip Students with the skills to treat others
respectfully
using cyber technology
- Give Students the tools to get help if they are cyber bullied
- Develop School wide-Policies and Procedures
This curriculum meets national education standards and can be
used in conjunction with the research-based Olweus Bullying
Prevention Program. This book is geared towards children
grades 6 to 12.
Author: Susan P. Limber, Ph.D, Robin M. Kowalski, Ph.D, Patrica W. Agatston, Ph.D
Pages: 146