Are we aware of the hidden dangers present online targeting children and adults alike?
London, UK (PRWEB) November 12, 2014
Bullying has become a big problem, particularly among children and teens. However, with the emergence of technology, such as smartphones, tablets and the internet, bullying has gone to a new level. Today teens not only face bullying in school, but they face bullying when they are at home via their phone or computer. Cyberbullying is a serious topic, and it’s important that parents understand how to protect their loved ones online. NoBullying explains rules of the internet in an article released today.
From net neutrality to rule 34, the internet world is filled with all sorts of actual and bespoken rules to govern online safety without damaging freedom of speech and freedom of information. The problem that faces each and every parent and caregiver is that while they understand the importance of a free internet, they can’t help but notice the dangers of cyberbullying, sexting, cyber stalking and harassment that are targeting their loved ones.
The article lists the possible dangers found online such as cyber bullying, sexting, identity theft, hacking and the availability of online porn for everyone to see. It also discusses the ongoing endeavors to protect users from such threats via education and a multitude of software designed for a safer online experience.
There is also mention of internet games and how, while designed for fun, they can still be a hub for multiple dangers for young impressionable users. Internet gaming is growing in popularity as multi-media devices are made more available and easier to use. There are millions of games on the Internet, some Internet games are designed to be played alone, while others are designed to be played with friends or strangers and no one can tell who is playing opposite their child in any game, hence the hidden danger of cyber bullies and online predators.
Ciaran Connolly, Co Founder of NoBullying says “No one can survive without internet access anymore, but the question is, are we aware of the hidden dangers present online targeting children and adults alike?”
He added that parents and teachers should make a point to educate the younger generations about the sad outcome of bullying online and offline. According to Connolly, it is quite imperative to press for more firm laws condemning all acts of bullying and harassment.
NoBullying.com features many pages dedicated to parents, teens, teachers, health professionals as well as posts related to cyber safety and the latest news about law making concerning curbing Bullying worldwide as well as inspirational Bullying Poems and famous Bullying Quotes.
The website regularly updates its bullying statistics and cyber bullying statistics as it is essential to understand how widespread the bullying epidemic is. It also regularly runs cyber bullying surveys and questionnaires to get recent updated statistics on everything related to cyberbullying.
He also added that anyone suffering from bullying in any form or way can always find advice and help on the NoBullying website – but if anyone is suffering from severe bullying or cyber bullying, the best thing is to talk to someone locally – a parent, teacher or local organization that has been set up to help with specialized councilors to deal with this topic.