Don’t let “back to school” become “back to (cyber)bullying”

This article advises parents on preventing and addressing cyberbullying as the school year begins, noting research that shows high rates of online harassment among teens and outlining warning signs such as mood shifts, changes in screen time, and declining grades. It recommends maintaining open communication, setting age-appropriate privacy controls on apps and devices, promoting skepticism toward unknown contacts, documenting and reporting abuse, and coordinating with schools when needed, while also listing international support resources.