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CYBERBULLYING VS CYBER GROOMING
Cyberbullying and Cyber grooming are online dangers but different behaviours. Understanding
their differences helps young people recognise dangers, respond appropriately and stay safe
while using the Internet, as shown in the following table:
Cyberbullying Cyber Grooming
Cyberbullying is when someone uses online
platforms to hurt, embarrass or threaten Cyber grooming is when an adult gains a
another person through mean messages. child’s trust online to exploit or harm them.
The intention of cyberbullying is to cause Cyber grooming aims to build trust to later
distress, humiliation or fear. exploit or control children.
Cyberbullying can be done by friends, Adults pretending to be friendly often carry
classmates or strangers of any age. out cyber grooming.
The harm in cyberbullying is immediate and Cyber grooming secretly manipulates a
visible through hurtful messages or posts. child, causing gradual emotional harm.
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REFLECT AND RESPOND Century #Critical Thinking
Skills
Think about your own experiences online. Write answers of the following questions.
Have you ever seen someone being bullied online? What happened?
If someone you don’t know asks you for personal information, how would you respond?
Why is it important to tell a trusted adult if something online makes you feel uncomfortable?
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