The Perils of Social Media: Cyberbullying Shame and Fame provides an in-depth examination of cyberbullying, characterized by persistent hostile behavior conducted through electronic or digital media. Aimed at anyone interested in understanding and combating cyberbullying, it serves as a useful resource for both individual learning and as a textbook for structured training sessions. The book is organized into thematic chapters that cover various aspects of the digital challenges faced by teenagers, including self-presentation on social media, cyberdating abuse, online gaming, trolling, and harmful social media trends. Each chapter begins with learning objectives and ends with "Reflect and Reframe" questions, making it suitable for different age groups and educational settings. The final chapter offers practical prevention and intervention strategies to foster safer online environments. This comprehensive guide is essential for educators, parents, and anyone dedicated to improving digital safety and wellness.
The Perils of Social Media is an in-depth guide on cyberbullying, offering insights into digital challenges such as digital self-presentation, cyberdating, online gaming, and viral social media trends. It serves as both a personal resource and an educational textbook and is for anyone invested in enhancing digital safety and wellness.
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The Perils of Social Media is an in-depth guide on cyberbullying, offering insights into digital challenges such as digital self-presentation, cyberdating, online gaming, and viral social media trends. It serves as both a personal resource and an educational textbook and is for anyone invested in enhancing digital safety and wellness.
Chapter 1: Teens and Self-Presentation on Social Media
The Truman Show
Curating the Perfect Self: Digital Shame
Self-Disclosure Theory in Digital Communication
The Funhouse Mirror: Psychological Negative Outcomes
Emilys Case: Digital Self-Harm
Conclusion
Chapter 2: Cyberdating Abuse Among Teens
Cyberdating Abuse
Trust and Attachment Theory
Other Forms of Cyberdating Abuse
Chapter 3: Online Games and Cyberbullying
Online Game Chatting and Cyberbullying
Safety Tips for Parents
Netiquette and Ethical Dilemmas
Promoting Benevolent Interactions in Online Games: Social Exchange Theory
Chapter
4. The Psychology of Online Trolling
Photobombing and Zoombombing
Personality Traits and Environmental Factors Contributing to Trolling
Successful Trolling Tactics
Effective Strategies for Dealing with Trolling
Chapter
5. Harmful Social Media Trends
What is Bed Rotting?
Qualitative Content Analysis of Reddit Comments on 'Bed Rotting' Trend
Skin Care Trends: Clean Girl Aesthetic
10-Year-Olds Are taking over Sephora: YouTube Video Comment Analysis
Dangerous Online Activities and Challenges
What to do when you see an online challenge?
Chapter
6. Prevention and Intervention Strategies
Open Communication
Digital Hygiene
The Role of Schools and Communities
Example Anti-cyberbullying Policy & Action Statement
Hashtags for Digital Community Support
Empathy Training
Activity 1: Introduction to Empathy
Activity 2: Understanding Cyberbullying
Activity 3: Enhancing Affective Empathy
Bystander Training
Role-Playing Activity: "Which Strategy Would You Use to Prevent?"
Anti-Cyberbullying Curriculum Design Examples
About the Author
Merve Basdogan is an assistant professor of instructional technology at Texas Tech University. Her research focuses on instructional design, technology-enhanced learning environments, digital ethics, AI literacy, and cyberbullying, along with developing inclusive online learning strategies.
