The policy can be used for several functions such as preventing undesirable behaviors. According to Milosevic and Vladisavljevic (2020), children are aware of policies that restrict Cyberbullying. An example of such a policy is where, “cyber-bullies shall face a penalty of fines ranging from P50,000 to P100,000, or imprisonment between six months to one year or both”. This policy strives to ensure people are encouraged to change their behaviors by becoming responsible citizens. Similarly, the policy requires them to be accountable for their actions, especially those related to Cyberbullying.
Digital communication has changed the way children interact with each other. Many cyberbullies, aided by the advancement of technology, are adopting sophisticated means of harassing their victims. For instance, some of them are now using outing which involves openly sharing personal and private information. It has become a common trend among teens to forward intimate private information to others (Perasso et al., 2021). Another trend is the use of flaming which involves sending aggressive text messages to victims. These future trends have adverse health effects since they allow perpetrators to cross personal boundaries.
Abaido, G. M. (2020). Cyberbullying on social media platforms among university students in the United Arab Emirates. International Journal of Adolescence and Youth, 25(1), 407-420.
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