Combating Cyberbullying: A Guide for Adults to Protect and Support Children

If you notice warning signs that a child may be involved in cyberbullying, take steps to investigate that child’s digital behavior. Adults should take action to handle cyberbullying: support the bullied child, address the bullying behavior of a participant, and show children that cyberbullying is taken seriously. Since cyberbullying happens online, responding to it requires different approaches. If you think that a child is involved in cyberbullying, there are several things you can do.

The first thing parents can do is to recognize if there have been dramatic changes in mood or behavior. Try primarily to determine if these changes happen around a child’s use of digital devices. For example, if a child who was previously enthusiastic about using social media or playing online games suddenly becomes withdrawn or reluctant to engage with these activities, it could be a sign that they are experiencing cyberbullying.

If you’ve confirmed that your child has been bullied, I advise you to ask questions to learn what is happening, how it started, and who is involved. Remember to keep a record of what your kid says, and take screenshots of harmful posts or content if possible. Most laws and policies note that bullying is a repeated behavior, so records help to document it.

Most social media platforms and schools have clear policies and reporting processes. If a classmate is cyberbullying, report it to the school. You can also use social media platforms to report offensive content and have it removed. If a child has received physical threats, or if a potential crime or illegal behavior is occurring, report it to the police. Instant report can be crucial in preventing further harm and ensuring that the situation is addressed promptly and effectively. By acting quickly, you can help protect the victim from additional distress and potentially stop the bullying from escalating.

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The passage provides strategies for adults to tackle cyberbullying affecting children. It advises monitoring changes in a child’s behavior, documenting incidents, and utilizing school and social media reporting processes. In cases of physical threats, prompt reporting to police is essential to prevent further harm and resolve the situation effectively.

本文是说明文。文章旨在向成年人提供关于如何识别和应对儿童网络欺凌的指导，包括识别网络欺凌的迹象、如何与孩子沟通了解情况、记录证据、以及通过不同渠道 (如学校、社交媒体平台、警方) 进行报告和处理的方法。

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1. 要点摘录

①If you notice warning signs that a child may be involved in cyberbullying, take steps to investigate that child’s digital behavior.

②If you think that a child is involved in cyberbullying, there are several things you can do.

③The first thing parents can do is to recognize if there have been dramatic changes in mood or behavior.

④Remember to keep a record of what your kid says, and take screenshots of harmful posts or content if possible.

⑤Most social media platforms and schools have clear policies and reporting processes.

⑥If a child has received physical threats, or if a potential crime or illegal behavior is occurring, report it to the police.

2. 缜密构思

提出1、2句的主旨，将3、4、5、6句进行重组整合

3. 遣词造句

The passage provides strategies for adults to tackle cyberbullying affecting children.

It advises monitoring changes in a child’s behavior, documenting incidents, and utilizing school and social media reporting processes.

In cases of physical threats, prompt reporting to police is essential to prevent further harm and resolve the situation effectively.

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(高分句型1) “It advises monitoring changes in a child’s behavior, documenting incidents, and utilizing school and social media reporting processes.” (动名词作宾语。)

(高分句型2) “In cases of physical threats, prompt reporting to police is essential to prevent further harm and resolve the situation effectively.” (动名词作主语。)