Cyber-Bullying

As technology advances and becomes more easily available, the incidence of cyber-bullying continues to rise as well. The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program provides suggestions for parents to help prevent cyber-bullying.

• Keep your home computer in an easily viewable place such as a family room or kitchen.
• Talk to your child about cyber-bullying and encourage him or her to tell you immediately if he or she is a victim of cyber-bullying.
• Encourage you child to tell you if he or she is aware of others who may be victim of cyber-bullying.
• Explain the cyber-bullying is harmful and unacceptable. Outline your expectations for on-line behavior.
• Tell your child that you may review his or her on-line communication if you think there is reason for concern.
• Consider installing parental control filtering software.