Cyberbullying

This informative book offers complete, up-to-date coverage of the growing problem of cyberbullying. Written for counselors, teachers, school leaders, and others who work with children and teens, Cyberbullying addresses the real-life dangers students face on the Internet. Benefits and Features Discussion of the different types of cyberbullying and cyberbullying environments Overview of prominent theories of aggressive behavior Examination of the developmental differences in cyberbullying and victimization across the life span Proactive responses to cyberbullying Effective, nonpunitive strategies for responding to cyberbullying Useful information for parents on current technology and popular websites Guidance on the role of counselors in prevention, intervention, and advocacy Practical tips to identify and follow cyberfootprints Chapter on adult cyberbullying List of helpful websites, books, and media Appendix with review of the latest cyberbullying research *Requests for digital versions from ACA can be found on wiley.com. *To request print copies, please visit the ACA website*Reproduction requests for material from books published by ACA should be directed to permissions@counseling.org

This informative book offers complete, up-to-date coverage of the growing problem of cyberbullying. Written for counselors, teachers, school leaders, and others who work with children and teens, Cyberbullying addresses the real-life dangers students face on the Internet.Benefits and Features* Discussion of the different types of cyberbullying and cyberbullying environments* Overview of prominent theories of aggressive behavior* Examination of the developmental differences in cyberbullying and victimization across the life span* Proactive responses to cyberbullying* Effective, nonpunitive strategies for responding to cyberbullying* Useful information for parents on current technology and popular websites* Guidance on the role of counselors in prevention, intervention, and advocacy* Practical tips to identify and follow cyberfootprints* Chapter on adult cyberbullying* List of helpful websites, books, and media* Appendix with review of the latest cyberbullying research*Requests for digital versions from ACA can be found on wiley.com.*To request print copies, please visit the ACA website*Reproduction requests for material from books published by ACA should be directed to permissions@counseling.org

Preface viiAcknowledgments xiAbout the Author xiiiChapter 1 Introduction 1Chapter 2 Conventional Bullying Versus Cyberbullying 17Chapter 3 Cyberenvironments 29Chapter 4 Types of Cyberbullying 53Chapter 5 Theories of Aggressive Behavior 59Chapter 6 Developmental Factors in Cyberbullying 71Chapter 7 Strategies to Prevent and Reduce Cyberbullying 85Chapter 8 Responding to Cyberbullying 93Chapter 9 Counseling Strategies to Combat Cyberbullying 109Chapter 10 Adult Cyberbullying 127Chapter 11 The Role of Counselors 137Chapter 12 Additional Resources 149AppendixCyberbullying Research 157References 173Index 193