Question

a student is being harassed online by someone they know from school. they feel unsafe but do not know what to do.
what is the best way to respond to this situation?

a. ignore the behavior and assume it will stop over time.

b. tell a trusted adult and ask for help reporting the behavior.

c. tell their friends or post about the behavior online.

d. wait to see if the harassment continues before doing anything.

Explanation:

• Option A: Ignoring harassment is unwise as it may escalate, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: Telling a trusted adult and seeking help to report the behavior is a safe and responsible approach to address online harassment, as adults can provide guidance and take appropriate action.
• Option C: Telling friends or posting online may not resolve the issue and could even worsen it or violate privacy, so C is incorrect.
• Option D: Waiting to act allows harassment to continue, so D is incorrect.

Answer:

B. Tell a trusted adult and ask for help reporting the behavior.