Cyberbullying is an issue that I care so deeply about because I was a victim of cyberbullying and bullying in regular school. To me cyberbullying can be a greater threat than traditional bullying because it occurs on a 24 hours a day and seven days a week basis. Like traditional bullying it can have a tremendous effect on a young person’s school and social life. It can leave serious psychological and emotional damage that can affect them for the rest of their lives. There is no way to completely stop cyberbullying but there are ways that people can get involved to address it and find ways to prevent it from occurring as much as possible.

Daryl, 23, Columbia, SC

I care because throughout middle school, I was bullied heavily. Kids can be extremely cruel; especially girls. I was called names, isolated, and even had someone throw urine on my clothes during P.E. When you are being bullied, the taunts that you hear on a daily basis seem to crowd your thoughts and you seem to believe that what they are saying about you is true. But I am here to tell you that they ARE NOT TRUE. We are all beautiful, wonderful people and we should embrace our individuality and uniqueness. Keep your heads held high! I grew up to achieve so much, even becoming Valedictorian of my graduating class! Stay strong you guys!

Hilaire, 18, Mobile, AL