Tips for Students
* Do not retaliate, because retaliation can escalate the harassment and make it unclear who first instigated the aggression
* Either ignore the communication or calmly tell the cyberbully to stop
* Tell an adult about the cyberbullying, particularly if there is anything threatening in the messages
* Make a hard copy of the posted material
* Do not delete email or text messages until an adult has reviewed and documented the material
* Block future communication and clean up your Facebook profile, Twitter account, AOL Instant Messenger buddy list, etc.
* Do not do or say anything online that you wouldn't do in person or that you are not comfortable having other people know.
Tips for Parents
* Keep computers in easily viewable places, such as the family room or kitchen
* Talk regularly with your children about the online activities in which they are involved and Internet etiquette in general. Be specific about the risks of cyberbullying and their need to tell you if something bothers them.
* Respect for adolescents' privacy is important, but tell your children that you may review their online communications if you become concerned.
* Set clear expectations for responsible online behavior and phone use. Explain the consequences for violating those expectations. Be consistent with the consequences.
* Be aware of warning signs that might indicate that your son or daughter is being bullied, such as reluctance to use the computer, a change in the child's behavior or mood, or reluctance to go to school.
* Be equally alert to the possibility that your child is bullying others online, even if unintentionally.
* Document any bullying.
* Contact the school to enlist the help of the school psychologist, the school counselor, the principal, etc.
* File a complaint with the Web site, ISP, or cell phone company.
* Contact the police if the cyberbullying includes threats.
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