Bullying and Cyberbullying
Title
Bullying and Cyberbullying
Author
Bauman, Sheri
Taylor, Aryn
Research Area
Class, Status and Power
Topic
Violence, Conflict and Conflict Resolution
Abstract
The purpose of this essay is to explore diverse forms of bullying according to multiple theoretical frameworks of aggression, victimization, and human development. We comment on existing anti‐bullying legislation and bullying prevention programs. Bullying manifests in a variety of settings, and with the popularity and accessibility of the Internet, a new form of bullying has become prevalent: cyberbullying or cyber aggression. Different forms of cyber aggression are discussed, as well as psychosocial implications for both aggressors and victims. Current trends in bullying and cyber aggression such as Internet trolling and innovative prevention strategies are detailed, as well as potential areas of future research in the social and behavioral sciences.