Cyberbullying Common, More So At Facebook And MySpace
Posted by
Thomas Claburn
June 27, 2007
Participation in social networking sites like Facebook and MySpace appears to increase the likelihood of being targeted by cyberbullies. Some 39% of social network users reported having been harassed online, compared with 22% of teens who don't participate in such sites.
"Some teens suggested that it is the mediated nature of the communication that contributes to bullying, insulating teens from the consequences of their actions," the report said.
Indeed, the belief that one won't be held accountable for online actions has given rise to the spam economy and a cornucopia of cybercrimes. Once these teens become adults, they may experience a sense of deja vu.
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