Online bullying (cyberbullying) can feel even worse than in-person bullying because it follows you home and can happen 24/7. If someone is bullying you in group chats, take screenshots before responding or leaving the chat. This creates evidence that adults can use to help.
Good to know
Don’t respond or engage with the bully – that often makes it worse. Block the person if possible, and report them to the platform. Most importantly, show the messages to a trusted adult right away. Online bullying is just as serious as in-person bullying and deserves the same level of adult intervention.
What can help:
What to know
- Screenshot everything before deleting or leaving
- Block and report the person on the platform
- Don’t respond or engage, even if you want to defend yourself
- Show the messages to parents, teachers, or school counselors
- Remember that online bullying is illegal in many places
You deserve to feel safe both online and offline. Don’t face this alone.
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