Cyberbullying
What is cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying is bullying that takes place over digital devices like cell phones, computers, and tablets.
What is cancel culture?
The practice or tendency of engaging in mass canceling as a way of expressing disapproval and exerting social pressure (Merriam-Webster).
True or False? There are apps that can block social media apps so you can be more productive.
True.
Apps:
Offtime
Moment
Flipd
What are three examples digital devices or sources where cyberbullying can occur?
Cyberbullying can occur through SMS, Text, and apps, or online in social media [Facebook, snapchat, instagram], forums, or gaming where people can view, participate in, or share content.
True or False? In general, some people tend to view cancel culture as a way to hold people of power accountable, while others see the phenomenon as harmful and dangerous.
True
Teens spent more than 3 hours on social media per day in a research study in 2019.
True or False?
False, they spent 2 hours an 20 minutes
True or False: 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.
True!
Name two people or brands that got "cancelled"
Ex. Shane Dawson or James Charles
Example 1: JK Rowling for her comments on the Transgender community.
Example 2: Sean "Diddy" Combs for sexual harassment, assault, and trafficking.
Example 3: Kanye West for discriminatory comments and unhinged actions.
Example 4: Ellen Degeneres for sexual misconduct, bullying, and workplace toxicity.
Taking a digital detox break is looked down upon.
True or False
False, Many people encourage people (espeically teenagers and young adults) to take a break from using social media apps.
True or False? Cyberbullying never crosses the line into unlawful or criminal behavior.
FALSE: Some cyberbullying crosses the line into unlawful or criminal behavior.
Which American baseball team changed their name due to it being culturally insensitive?
The Cleveland Guardians. The Ohio baseball team announced in December 2020 that it would begin working on a new name, saying it was "time to move forward."
How can social media trigger symptoms of anxiety or depression?
Being on social media can help enhance your life, but it can also easily become an additional stressor, and potentially exacerbate symptoms of anxiety or depression.
Ex. Constantly seeing negative or sad posts can trigger depressive thoughts
What are some ways to deal with a "hater?"
Ignore it. Walk away.
Block online haters.
Be kind and respectful, even to haters.
Stick with supporters.
Remind yourself that comments from a hater are a reflection of them and aren’t really about you. P
Understand criticism can be a sign of pain.
Acknowledge your feelings.
Keep being you.
Which American football team changed their name in July 2020?
After the team's owner, Dan Snyder, repeatedly insisted that he would never change the Washington Redskin's name, the team announced in July that it would be doing just that. Since then, the team has been called the Washington Football Team.
Name three ways that you can build a healthy relationship with social media.
1. Schedule time to use social media and times to step away.
2. Be clear about what your purpose is when logging onto a social media site and stick to it.
3. Use other people’s posts as inspiration rather than comparison.
4. Think before posting. Likewise, think about what you’re sending out to the world. Before you hit send on a post, consider whether it’s spreading positivity.
5. Put your mental health first. Check in with yourself and if you’re feeling down.