Digital Violence: A Growing Concern
Digital violence refers to any behavior that uses technology to threaten, control, humiliate, or hurt someone.
In today's always-online world, violence has found new ways to manifest through our phones, social media feeds, and direct messages.
Understanding Digital Violence
For years, violence was understood as something that happens in person, such as physical fights, verbal abuse, or emotional manipulation.
However, as our lives have moved online, harm has also transitioned to the digital realm.
The Impact of Digital Violence
Digital or virtual violence can leave deep emotional scars, ruin reputations, isolate victims, create constant fear, and even escalate into offline violence.
Digital violence can leave deep emotional scars.
Author's summary: Digital violence is real and has severe emotional consequences.
- Threats and control through technology
- Humiliation and hurt through online means
- Emotional scars and reputational damage
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