{"product_id":"cyberbullying-isbn-9781444334807","title":"Cyberbullying","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePsychologists explore the reality of cyberbullies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMillions of children are affected by bullies each year. Advances in social media, email, instant messaging, and cell phones, however, have moved bullying from a schoolyard fear to a constant threat. The second edition of \u003ci\u003eCyberbullying\u003c\/i\u003e offers the most current information on this constantly-evolving issue and outlines the unique concerns and challenges it raises for children, parents, and educators. Authored by psychologists who are internationally recognized as experts in this field, the text uses the latest research in this area to provide an updated, reliable text ideal for parents and educators concerned about the cyberbullying phenomenon.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword vi\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eJohn Halligan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e1 Introduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e2 Children’s Experiences with Traditional Forms of Bullying 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e3 What is Cyberbullying? 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e4 Current Research on Cyberbullying 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e5 What Parents Can Do 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e6 What Educators Can Do 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e7 Laws and Policies 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e8 Conclusion 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuthor Index 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubject Index 271\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e“This book's extensive review of current academic research on the social dynamics underlying cyberbullying is particularly beneficial in revealing such complexities as the gender and ethnic patterns of online bullying, the types of students most likely to be involved in this activity, and the ways that fellow students can discourage, or encourage, bullying.”  (\u003ci\u003eChoice\u003c\/i\u003e, 1 November 2012)\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Authors\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobin M. Kowalski,\u003c\/b\u003e Ph.D., is Professor of Psychology at Clemson University. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSusan P. Limber,\u003c\/b\u003e Ph.D., is the Dan Olweus Professor at the Institute on Family and Neighborhood Life and Professor of Psychology at Clemson University. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePatricia W. Agatston,\u003c\/b\u003e Ph.D., is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Prevention Specialist with the Cobb County School District's Prevention\/Intervention Center in Marietta, Georgia.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBullying affects millions of children throughout the world each year. Recent advances in technology have led to greater prevalence of cyberbullying using e-mail, instant messages, social networking sites, and other digital messaging systems. The second edition of Cyberbullying provides the most current information on the nature and prevalence of this quickly-evolving issue that causes unique challenges and concerns for children, parents, and educators. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExamining the latest research and methods for studying this issue, the authors have utilized vital studies involving over 3,500 middle-school students, online research projects on cyberbullying, and data from focus groups of victims, perpetrators, and their parents. This edition includes updated and expanded empirical data; coverage of the newest digital venues where cyberbullying is appearing, including social networking sites; and a look at occurrences of cyberbullying among adults and among children with disabilities. The book also covers sexting and some of the legal issues surrounding it. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe authors – internationally known experts in the field – provide practical tips for parents and educators on how to prevent cyberbullying through family and classroom discussions about proper online behavior. They also offer suggestions for successful intervention techniques in cyberbullying episodes that stem from their own work, research, and experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley-Blackwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989018656997,"sku":"NP9781444334807","price":84.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781444334807.jpg?v=1761782458","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/cyberbullying-isbn-9781444334807","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}