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It can be really frustrating if you’re trying to have a discussion online and someone derails it with rude or false comments. Internet trolls try to cause trouble on social media sites and forums by posting offensive messages or spreading disinformation just to make people upset. It can be a challenge figuring out who you can trust online, but there are luckily some things to look out for and ways to avoid trolls!
Steps
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Tips
- Think twice about posting if it comes across as hurtful so you don’t become a troll.[13]Thanks
- If you're a child, know that you do not need to deal with this alone. Talk about it with your parents or another trusted adult, as they will help you find the resources needed to deal with the troll.Thanks
Warnings
- Avoid engaging with a troll since it will only make them want to post more to get you more riled up.[14]Thanks
- If you ever feel unsafe because of a troll, report the troll to the website or the police.[15]Thanks
- If you're noticing behavior changes in your child when using electronic devices, it's possible that they're a victim of a troll or a cyberbully. Try to be aware and discuss the situation.[16]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.dummies.com/social-media/blogging/how-to-identify-trolls-in-your-online-community/
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/06/05/stop-spreading-misinformation/
- ↑ https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfmkrj6
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/06/05/stop-spreading-misinformation/
- ↑ https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/thenow/what-is-trolling/1/
- ↑ https://www.businessinsider.com/internet-troll-tell-tale-signs-keyboard-warrior-abuse-twitter-facebook-2017-1
- ↑ https://www.msnbc.com/ali-velshi/watch/how-to-spot-an-online-troll-1171993155689
- ↑ https://www.businessinsider.com/internet-troll-tell-tale-signs-keyboard-warrior-abuse-twitter-facebook-2017-1
- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/242924
- ↑ https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfmkrj6
- ↑ https://www.stopbullying.gov/cyberbullying/prevention
- ↑ https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/thenow/what-is-trolling/1/
- ↑ https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfmkrj6
- ↑ https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/thenow/what-is-trolling/1/
- ↑ https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zfmkrj6
- ↑ https://www.stopbullying.gov/cyberbullying/prevention
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