www.cpanb-apcnb.ca Crime Prevention Association of NB Inc 31 ARE YOU A TARGET? How do I tell? The best way to get through the awful feelings that cyberbullying can cause is to talk to someone about what you are going through. Talking is also the first step in getting the help you need to solve this problem. Here are some tips to help you figure out what kind of support you need and how to ask for it. • Think about how you are feeling right now, and what would be most helpful. Do you need emotional support? Someone to help you figure out what to do next? Someone to talk to school administration or the police with you? Once you know what would be most helpful right now, it’ll be easier to pick who to talk to first. • Tell the person you talk to what it is you need from them. If you really just need someone to listen, tell them that. If you are not ready to report the cyberbullying yet, you can tell them that, too. • If you are ready to report the abuse and need help doing so, be very clear that it’s what you want. Ask the person what they think the first step should be. If they don’t seem to know much about cyberbullying, show them this page and ask them to do some research. Learning about your school’s antibullying policies is a good place to start. • If the first person you talk to isn’t helpful, tell someone else. Don’t give up! It sometimes takes a few tries before you find someone who knows how to help. • Contact the police if you are being physically threatened or feel that your safety is in danger. Staying safe • Keep your passwords private, even from your friends. • Learn about privacy settings and reporting features on any social networking sites you use. • Be careful about which photos you share online. continued Remember, no one deserves to be cyberbullied, and no one should have to go through it alone. If you’re really upset and don’t know what to do, you can always call a counsellor at Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868.
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