Cyber Bullying: The Swift Killer of Teen Self Esteem

Teenagers encounter so many influences that cause their self-esteem to plummet, from body image and peer pressure to racism and sexism. Teens are constantly seeking out approval from others, to make sure they are valued and cared for. As they go through adolescence, negative feedback about themselves can really cause their self-esteem to diminish. It’s no wonder that one of the most significant impacts on a teenager’s self-esteem is bullying and cyber bullying.

What is Cyber Bullying?

Cyber bullying is harassment and humiliation done using electronic technology. Generally it is done by peers of the victim, but the worst thing about it when compared to traditional bullying is that cyber bullying can be done anonymously and reaches a much wider audience. Examples of cyber bullying can range from sending threatening emails to posting fake profiles on social media and then sending messages purported to be from the victim. Other examples include spreading rumors and lies about the victim via social media or posting embarrassing pictures.