Traditional Bullying vs Cyberbullying
Understanding Cyberbullying
Understanding Cyberbullying
Traditional Bullying vs Cyberbullying
Although traditional bullying and cyberbullying share similar characteristics, there are features unique to cyberbullying as well.
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Traditional Bullying
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‘Face-to-face’, largely confined to school and school days
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Home can be a safe haven
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The targeted fears retribution
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The aggressor can be identified
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Limited to bystanders in proximity
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The aggressor and bystander can see the reaction(s) of the targeted
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Cyber Bullying
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Online, anywhere, 24 hours each day, 365 days per year
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No escape as long as the targeted is connected
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The targeted fears loss of technology privileges
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The aggressor can hide behind veil of anonymity
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Limitless audiences – can go viral
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Reaction(s) of the targeted cannot be seen – harder to empathize with one who was bullied
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