Digital Defenders: Standing Tall Against Cyberbullies.

Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends

In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle', we delve into cyberbullying awareness and prevention. The discussion highlights staggering statistics from the U.S. National Crime Prevention Council and explores the potential of AI in combating cyberbullying.

Sue, Tara and Angeline provide practical advice for parents, from understanding social media settings to fostering empathy and respectful online behaviour in children.

The episode also emphasises the importance of supporting victims, educating kids on digital safety, and engaging with available resources. Lastly, it features collaborative efforts with charities like Ditch the Label to combat online harassment.

Links and resources mentioned in the episode:

US surgeon general calls for cigarette-style warnings on social media platforms

Cyberbullying: One in six teenagers report harassment online

like my ‘Pause to Ponder’ moment for parents Practical Tips on How to RESPOND Rather Than REACT. My Pause Button Technique

Practical Tips on How to RESPOND Rather Than REACT. My Pause Button Technique - Sue Atkins The Parenting Coach

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What is Bullying and How It Differs in Boys and Girls - Sue Atkins The Parenting Coach

Further help:

This one is for parents: Sue Atkins and Ditch the Label: 'Can Parents Stop Bullying?' The Ultimate guide to dealing with the School What To Do if the School isn’t Cooperating.

Websites like StopBullying.gov, Cyberbullying.org, and Common Sense Media Anti Bullying Alliance offer valuable information and resources for parents, educators, and children. These sites provide practical advice, educational materials, and tools for reporting and dealing with cyberbullying. Many organisations also offer workshops and training sessions on digital safety and cyberbullying prevention.

The websites below have lots of information and advice for anyone who has experienced bullying.

• The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) maintains a website for children and young people, and parents and carers about staying safe online: Think U Know
• Childline: information about bullying
• Kidscape: information for young people

This is where ReThink™, also comes in so talk and teach your kids about the importance of not being a bystander and also get them into the habit of ‘pausing to ponder’ before posting. It can stop victims suffering from depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and feeling suicidal.

Research shows that when adolescents are alerted to "ReThink" their decision, they change their minds 93% of the time. Using ReThink™

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ReThink - Before the Damage is Done

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Episode chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Digital Jungle

00:03 Understanding Cyberbullying

00:52 The Role of AI in Combating Cyberbullying

01:23 Victim Responsibility and Intervention

01:40 Digital Defenders and Automated Harassment

02:17 Disturbing Trends and the Need for Digital Defenders

02:33 Supporting and Protecting Children

03:26 Effective Strategies Against Cyberbullying

03:54 Parental Guidance and Social Media Settings

04:18 Staying Engaged and Informed

04:48 Final Thoughts and Resources

05:34 Conclusion and Farewell