10 Facts about Cyberbullying

Here are some raw data and facts about Cyberbullying. From these facts we can see the extent of Cyberbullying being occurred to an individual. After some research, I came up with 10 facts about Cyberbullying over the internet which I believe are important to know for my readers.

·         More than 80% of teenagers use their phones and laptops religiously, making it the most common platform of cyberbullying.

·         1 out of 10 victims will only inform their parents/guardians about being bullied.

 (No Bullying, 2015)

·         Believe it or not, Samantha Shaw a 7 year old girl had to undergo plastic surgery in order to avoid bullying! (Roberts, 2011)

·         Previous studies show that 81% of the teenagers think that they can get away easier through bullying online without being caught.

·         According to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, 1559 kids had called the ChildLine in the time of 2011 and 2012 to report for bullying and cyberbullying.

·         Victims of cyberbullying show signs of depression, aggressive behaviour and lower school grades.

 (Myers, 2014)

·         Over 75% students have gone to websites to bash others. (Crisis Line Text, 2015)

·         Many children who were victims of Cyberbullying have become bullies themselves. (OMG Facts, 2015)

·         I believe the extreme consequence of cyberbullying is suicide!

From my own observance and experience, I believe it is a fact that girls are more vulnerable and more likely to be victims of cyberbullying.

(No Bullying, 2015)

What other facts can you come up with?