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Concept information

Preferred term

cyberbullying

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets. Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media, forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content. Cyberbullying includes sending, posting, or sharing negative, harmful, false, or mean content about someone else. It can include sharing personal or private information about someone else causing embarrassment or humiliation.

Broader concept

Synonyms

  • online bullying
  • virtual bullying

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/332071

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