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Cyber bullying

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 CYBER BULLYING  Facebook, Instagram and Twitter may be the main social networks used to keep in touch with friends but worryingly, they are also the main sites used for cyber bullying and internet trolling.  Over 50 percent of young people have reported being bullied online or via their mobile phone. Cyberbullying is by no means a new issue, but with an increasing number of social media sites, and access to technology, it is one that is increasing affecting young people around the world.    Cyber bullying also known as digital, or technology assisted bullying , can be especially  harmful or distressing due to several factors. Unlike face to face bullying, cyberbullies often post images of the victim with offensive post or harmful comments. Such images can be shared with not just the victim’s friends and family but also with millions of people around the world.  Bullies can anonymously abuse their victims as they hide behind false names or profiles. Ba...