Cyberbullying in school age: The hidden danger behind the screen
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https://doi.org/10.35869/5725Keywords:
education, ciberbullying, social media, bullying, mental health, preventionAbstract
Introduction: Cyberbullying has emerged as an insidious form of harassment affecting young people in the digital age. Unlike traditional bullying, cyberbullying occurs online, allowing attacks to take place 24 hours a day, transforming the victims' private lives into a space of constant suffering. This phenomenon has serious consequences for students' mental health, including anxiety, depression, and in extreme cases, suicidal thoughts.
Material and methods: A qualitative approach was used that included an exhaustive bibliographic review of previous studies, analysis of real cases, and the exploration of interactions on social networks such as Instagram and TikTok. These strategies allowed us to understand the manifestations and consequences of cyberbullying, as well as the dynamics that perpetuate it.
Results: The findings indicate various forms of cyberbullying, such as hostile messages and the spreading of rumors, which significantly impact the self-esteem and mental health of victims. In addition, a lack of knowledge was identified among parents and teachers, which makes intervention difficult. Prevention programs show mixed results, highlighting the need for more effective implementation.
Conclusions: Cyberbullying requires urgent attention and the collaboration of parents, educators and digital platforms to create safer environments. Through education and dialogue, it is possible to mitigate its effects and protect future generations from this latent threat.
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