The Rise Of The Invisible Bully

The Rise Of The Invisible Bully

First, we have to understand what is the motivation of cyberbullies.

We often say bullies are jealous, unhappy, or just unkind people. While there is some truth to those perceptions, the reality is more nuanced.

Society has evolved in so many ways and yet stayed the same in many others. Only the methods have changed. Cyberbullying has been around for a while now, but people have just recently begun realizing that the problem needs to be addressed. Let’s look at some of the causes behind cyberbullying.

1. A LACK OF EMPATHY:

Cyberbullies cannot see the pain they cause and thus cannot imagine the turmoil they put their victims through. In fact, many cyberbullies who were ousted and questioned after the fact said that the act made them feel funny and powerful.

2. BECAUSE THEY FEEL THE VICTIM DESERVES IT:

Insecurities are a major factor in bullying and pupils often try to put their peers down to feel superior. This is true for adults, too.

3. BOREDOM BECOMES PAIN:

There’s no denying that cyberbullies get a sort of kick out of targeting others online. After a while, it can almost become an addiction of sorts where they need a constant fix. How many of you check your messages on Facebook or Instagram and other social media platforms daily?

4. SELF-LOATHING:

Studies have found that there is a strong connection between previous victims and current cyberbullies. Much like violence in real life, virtual bullying is a perpetuating cycle of anger. Therefore, the problem continues to cycle and gets worse each time.

These aren’t the only reasons cyberbullies do what they do. But these are the more common reasons found among those who have investigated cases of cyberbullying.

IN CONCLUSION:

Fighting cyberbullying will take hard work and a mind-shift in society at large. However, it’s essential to start the fight against toxic online behavior now before it keeps escalating.

Technology is a big part of everyday life and cyberbullying shouldn’t become a regular part of it.

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Charles Butler

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