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OverviewPsychologists explore the reality of cyberbullies Millions 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 Cyberbullying 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Robin M. Kowalski (Clemson University, USA) , Susan P. Limber (Clemson University, USA) , Patricia W. Agatston (Counselor and consultant, USA)Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.345kg ISBN: 9781444334814ISBN 10: 1444334816 Pages: 296 Publication Date: 30 March 2012 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsForeword vi John Halligan Preface ix 1 Introduction 1 2 Children’s Experiences with Traditional Forms of Bullying 18 3 What Is Cyberbullying? 56 4 Current Research on Cyberbullying 89 5 What Parents Can Do 118 6 What Educators Can Do 155 7 Laws and Policies 187 8 Conclusion 223 References 233 Author Index 262 Subject Index 271Reviews<p> This book's extensive review of current academic researchon the social dynamics underlying cyberbullying is particularlybeneficial in revealing such complexities as the gender and ethnicpatterns of online bullying, the types of students most likely tobe involved in this activity, and the ways that fellow students candiscourage, or encourage, bullying. (Choice, 1November 2012) “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.” (Choice, 1 November 2012) <p> 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. ( Choice , 1 November 2012) 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. ( Choice , 1 November 2012) Author InformationRobin M. Kowalski, Ph.D., is Professor of Psychology at Clemson University. Susan P. Limber, Ph.D., is the Dan Olweus Professor at the Institute on Family and Neighborhood Life and Professor of Psychology at Clemson University. Patricia W. Agatston, Ph.D., is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Prevention Specialist with the Cobb County School District’s Prevention/Intervention Center in Marietta, Georgia. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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