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Cyberbullying
Bullying in the Digital Age
Robin M. Kowalski (Author), Susan P. Limber (Author), Patricia W. Agatston (Author)
9781444334807, Wiley
Hardback, published 30 March 2012
296 pages
23.9 x 16.3 x 2 cm, 0.526 kg
“This book's extensive review of current academic research on the social dynamics underlying cyberbullying is particularly beneficial in revealing such complexities as the gender and ethnic patterns of online bullying, the types of students most likely to be involved in this activity, and the ways that fellow students can discourage, or encourage, bullying.” (Choice, 1 November 2012)
Psychologists explore the reality of cyberbullies Millions of children are affected by bullies each year. Advances in social media, email, instant messaging, and cell phones, however, have moved bullying from a schoolyard fear to a constant threat. The second edition of Cyberbullying offers the most current information on this constantly-evolving issue and outlines the unique concerns and challenges it raises for children, parents, and educators. Authored by psychologists who are internationally recognized as experts in this field, the text uses the latest research in this area to provide an updated, reliable text ideal for parents and educators concerned about the cyberbullying phenomenon.
Foreword vi Preface ix 1 Introduction 1 2 Children’s Experiences with Traditional Forms of Bullying 18 3 What is Cyberbullying? 56 4 Current Research on Cyberbullying 89 5 What Parents Can Do 118 6 What Educators Can Do 155 7 Laws and Policies 187 8 Conclusion 223 References 233 Author Index 262 Subject Index 271
John Halligan
Subject Areas: Psychology [JM]
