The Evolution of Bullying: From the Schoolyard to the Digital World
Bullying has long been a part of childhood, most commonly associated with schoolyards. Traditionally, bullying involved name-calling, exclusion, and physical intimidation, but there was one saving grace—when the final school bell rang, children could escape the torment, if only for a little while. However, bullying has evolved dramatically over the years, shifting from an isolated schoolyard issue to a persistent, digital nightmare. The introduction of social media, messaging apps, and online forums has completely transformed the way bullying operates. What once required direct confrontation can now be done with the tap of a finger, and the effects are far-reaching. One [...]
Cyberbullying – does the solution lie in control or connection?
These days there seems to be an abundance of articles in the media linked to cyberbullying and the awful impacts thereof. Many are buzzing about the dangers of social media, toxic masculinity, online radicalisation and more. Yes, these are real concerns and that’s why we at Cybernetic Shield are passionate about helping to keep children safer online, and more importantly, be there to support them when an incident occurs. The fear is not new. In fact, it’s been around for decades! Every generation has been convinced that the latest teen obsession would lead to their teen’s downfall and moral [...]