SOC-MED VS US

Cyberbullying Epidemic: The Lasting Scars on Young Minds from Online Harassment Cyberbullying is often dismissed as a modern inconvenience—something that can be solved by logging off or “not taking it too seriously.” This casual attitude ignores a far more troubling reality. For many young people, online harassment is not a temporary annoyance but a relentless presence that follows them everywhere, leaving emotional scars long after the screen goes dark. Unlike traditional bullying, cyberbullying has no off-switch. It invades bedrooms, study spaces, and moments that were once safe. Hurtful messages, humiliating photos, and cruel comments can be shared instantly and endlessly, reaching audiences far beyond a schoolyard. The permanence of the internet means that a single act of harassment can resurface repeatedly, forcing victims to relive the trauma over and over again. The psychological impact on young minds is profound. Studies have linked cyberbullying to increased anxiet...