Silent Attack : Confronting Cyberbullying in the Digital Era

 A teenage girl in Michigan was the victim of cyberbullying for over a year. She received harassing and intimidating messages up to 12 times a day via SMS and social media. Further investigation revealed that the bully was her own mother, Kendra Gail Licari. Licari even pretended to report the case to the authorities and accused her daughter's friends of being the perpetrators. The motive for Licari's actions is unclear, but she faces several charges, including stalking a minor and using a computer to commit a crime. This case shows how a perpetrator can get very close to a victim, even from their own family, and how damaging it can be for the victim.
2. Amel Carla's Case
Actress and celebrity Amel Carla shares her bitter experience of cyberbullying during her childhood. The negative comments she received, such as comparisons with her peers and insults regarding her appearance, left a deep mark on Amel. Even after all these years, she still remembers every bad comment she received. This case shows how words spoken online can have a lasting impact on a person's self-confidence and mental health, especially for those who are young and in a developmental stage.
3. Luluk Nuril case
Luluk Nuril was reported by the Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) for online bullying of a female student through social media. This act of cyberbullying not only damaged the victim's self-confidence, but also caused a deep psychological impact. The victim felt anxious and depressed due to the negative comments she received publicly. This case highlights the importance of protecting children and young people in the digital world and the responsibility of social media users to behave with good ethics, so as not to cause harm to others.
These three cases show how important it is to be aware of the negative impact
of cyberbullying and how unwise communication in cyberspace can damage people mentally and emotionally, especially children and adolescents who are in the process of development. In addition, these cases also emphasize the need for victim protection and the importance of ethics in interacting in the digital world.

Conclusion
Cyberbullying is a major challenge in the digital age that has a serious impact on the mental health of victims, especially children and adolescents. This phenomenon arises from aggressive behavior perpetrated through digital platforms such as social media and text messages, often without a clear identity. The resulting psychological impacts include anxiety, depression, loss of self-confidence, and suicidal thoughts. With the rapid development of technology, it is important to understand the root causes and impacts to create a safer and more comfortable digital space for all users.
Further research is needed to find effective prevention strategies, such as epidemiology-based approaches used in some countries. In addition, the relevance of this topic is increasing given the growing number of internet users, including children and adolescents who are vulnerable to becoming victims. In a religious and moral context, cyberbullying also contradicts good communication ethics and social values, so an educative approach based on moral and ethical values is needed.
In conclusion, cyberbullying is a complex issue that requires collective attention from society, governments and individuals to reduce its impact. By raising awareness about the

 importance of ethical communication online and encouraging further research, we can contribute to a healthier and more inclusive digital future. Proper handling not only protects victims, but also builds a more positive and supportive online environment.
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