Cyberbullying among Children and Youths in Taiwan- 2016
Research & Advocacy,Impact Stories
2020-12-01
The prevalence of internet and smart phones has made children and youths’ everyday life inseparable from such technology. Through a diverse range of channels, children can easily make friends, play games and express opinions on the internet almost anywhere and anytime. Yet, in a world with little regulations and where people can remain anonymous, when provoking messages are spread instantly, children can easily become involved in cyberbullying if not staying cautious. In recent years, high-profile cyberbullying cases have taken place both in Taiwan and across the globe. Many young lives were taken or harmed because of it. It is an issue that attention must be paid to.