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August 2013 I Volume 1 I Issue 1 WE LOVE TECHNOLOGY, BUT IT DOESNT ALWAYS WORK IN OUR FAVOUR!
Welcome to this issue of Mental Health Magazine. This issue were focusing on an unfortunately prevalent problem that is having damaging effects on the physical, emotional, and psychological health of teenagers: cyberbullying. Our group of Mental Health Matters editors, journalists, and researchers identified three main perspectives from which we can tackle cyberbullying:
raising awareness of what constitutes cyberbullying; giving adolescents the knowledge and skills to guard against it; educating adolescents on the support that is available if they are suffering cyberbullying.

Unfortunately some perpetrators of cyberbullying dont truly understand the consequences of their actions. They need to know what cyberbullying is, and be more aware of its consequences. This includes developing the empathy needed to understand that all people take actions differently and have different levels of resilience: not everyone has the strength to shake off negative input. Adolescents have a range of tools available to them to protect themselves against cyberbullying, which will be covered in this issue. Remember there are always alternative methods of communication that offer you more protection, eg using Facebook rather than askFM. Communication online is a delicate balance between using your normal relaxed expression, while concentrating on your tone and style to make up for the lack of facial expressions and body language. For example sarcasm doesnt come across well online. Remember, if things turn ugly you dont have to participate. Be cybersafe and have fun online! Rebecca Hunt & Shannon Watts Editors

Protecting Your Mobile Life

Caleb Lushington and Max Heaysman In our modern age, everyone has such easy access to the internet, whether by phone, tablet or computer. Although bullying has been around forever, with this new platform it did not take long for bullies to utilise it for bullying without leaving the comfort of their home. Over 52% of nine year olds and 95% of fifteen year olds have mobile phones, which is why it does not come as a shock that 1 in 5 have experienced some sort of cyber bullying via text messaging. Unfortunately for this age range when it comes to blocking a number, it isn't the easiest thing. The only way of blocking a person is by giving your service provider access to your account, which usually is controlled by parents. If you find it hard to confront an adult about a bully, you will not have the opportunity to block the number of the person who is abusing you. What all people should know is that the person hiding behind the phone is not as anonymous as they may seem, and can be simply tracked down by officials when notified.

Tumblr - photo and blogging media site, bullying strategies including posting on other peoples pages. Texting - people can text you from unknown numbers and can be anonymous. But if reported to authorities you can discover the phones owner. Calling - much the same as texting, but people can hide their numbers making it difficult to find the owner. Snapchat - people can send you a picture or video that can last between 1-10 seconds before being deleted. This one is tough because it leaves no trace, but screenshots are useful evidence. AskFM - site based on answering questions, either asked anonymously or not. One of the biggest contenders in cyber bullying. Kik - you can chat with random people, and they might be mean to you. People you chat to are always anonymous. MySpace a much less popular social media site similar to Facebook. Soundcloud - music sharing website. Users are vulnerable to negative abuse towards their musical product. Msn - chat application much like Facebooks messenger.

Forms of mobile bullying:

Instagram - a photo sharing website where people can upload and comment on pictures. Bullying may include hurtful comments and rude pictures. Facebook - a social media site where people upload pictures, comments, status updates, and send messages. One of the worst cyber bullying perpetrators because of its popularity, but has great security settings including blocking and reporting. 4

 threatens to harm you, save texts, emails and call records. Report any threats to a school teacher or Do not give your number to people to the authorities. outside your friends and family who Other Recommendations may not use it respectfully. Do not let your perpetrator sense your HelpGuide.org recommends that you do not emotions; they may lose their interest respond to a bully by replying to messages or thinking they aren't getting to you when responding to posts written about them they receive no emotional response. elsewhere - ignoring the bully will deprive them Do not give any personal details to of any satisfaction gained from invoking a people outside you friends and family reaction. Letting your parents monitor your via text or phone application. phone usage to a certain extent can ensure Always remember the best way to deal safety from a bullys actions, but you dont have with bullying is by telling an adult. to give up all your mobile privacy, and simply There are rules in place that state telling them about it when it happens will make it mobile harassment is illegal. Use the law easier in the long run. You shouldnt worry about to help you. any potential embarrassment or restricted phone use, as in most cases parents will be happy that Types Because of smartphones and social media you have told them and are no longer in danger, and that honesty will often make them less websites, a bully can use the phone in several ways. Impersonating someone online with a restrictive as they know they can trust you to tell fake account is one way, along with sending them when you are in need of help.

Tips to avoid text bullies:

harassing text messages, posting or spreading rumours, and making prank phone calls. According to HelpGuide.org, boys are more likely to send messages that threaten others, while girl bullies are more likely to bully by excluding or spreading rumours. HelpGuide.org also states that in some cases, bullying can go further over the phone than it would in person because the reaction of the victim is not seen.

Blocking and Reporting

If you are being bullied by text or calls, begin by blocking the bullys phone number or email address. Call your mobile service provider to find out whether blocking abilities, along with other privacy controls, are included with your plan or available for an extra monthly charge. You will likely be able to use the blocking feature by filling out a form on the service provider's website or speaking with a representative over the phone. If a bully 5

The Psychological Effects of Cyberbullying

Carina Jose and Emma Brennan
Cyberbullying can have a huge effect on people of all ages, but particularly teenagers. By having access to social media websites on phones and laptops, teenagers can find it difficult to escape being attacked, even in the comfort of their home. We interviewed Carolyn Markey, our school counsellor, about the effects cyberbullying has on teenagers. This is some of the important information we discovered. Cyberbullying often has an effect on the victims personality. When students are being bullied over the Internet they are likely to interpret comments differently than if they were said in person. Anything said over the Internet or via text message is a written record of someones thoughts. Any insults or unfair comments may be re-read and analysed by the victim to the point where they start to believe what they are reading. When this happens their general personality and confidence are affected. Cyberbullying can often be a huge distraction to victims and it can affect their approach and efforts towards school and hobbies. Victims may start to pull away from their friends and family and spend lengths of time procrastinating and putting off work while they re evaluate their self

confidence. Students are likely to retaliate by fighting fire with fire, but often the bully is looking for a reaction and will continue to attack until the victim gives up. Some students are oblivious to the fact that they are victims of cyberbullying. Some forms of cyberbullying are so small and unnoticeable victims occasionally, may be unaware that the abuse they are receiving is unacceptable. If students are aware that something is not right, they may not seek help because they feel ashamed or embarrassed. The bully may make them feel weak and pathetic, preventing them from asking for help. Schools usually find out about cyberbullying incidents from the victims friends, parents, rather than the victims. Schools are usually able to get to the bottom of cyberbullying cases, but there are many incidents that are kept quiet and never discovered. It is important that students are educated about cyberbullying and know that they are able to seek help from adults if they are being bullied.

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WHAT CAN YOU DO?

Lily Dunford, Daniel Benson, and Nanna Emtoft Cyber bullying is an act that should not go unnoticed. When it comes to sport, unfortunately embarrassing photos and mean slogan about a persons performance are a problem. But how can you deal with it? How can you stop it and prevent it from happening again? Get Help. The first step to stopping cyberbullying in your sporting environment is to be proactive and speak out. In order to stop cyber 9 bullying, you should be speaking to someone you trust over the matter: your coach, a parent or a friend. While it may not seem like a big deal at first, bullying can escalate if not dealt with, so if you are being cyberbullied get help. Report. If you see embarrassing pictures that you have been tagged in, or photos youve uploaded being used inappropriately, you should always tell someone you trust in order to make sure the issue can be resolved. In sport, images of you are becoming

public all the time, and you need to be aware of how they are being used. React calmly. The second step to conquering cyber bullying is to walk away and not retaliating. A bully seeks attention and an over the top reaction is giving them exactly what they want. Take a break from the computer to allow yourself to relax, calm down, and to not respond to the harmful messages. Keep Evidence. Yes, it may be unpleasant or upsetting to keep those mean text, when you just want to delete them, but dont. They will become helpful when you talk to your coach, parents, other trusted adults or the police. You can use them as evidence of the cyberbullying. It will make your case stronger and easier to identify the bully. If you dont want the messages on your phone where you can always see them and be reminded of the harassment, save them on a flash drive or send them to your parents. Protect yourself. When you have saved your evidence, block the bully on your phone or computer, so you dont have to be reminded of the bullying. Most devices and programs have settings that allow you to do this (see article on cyber settings if you need help with this or ask a friend or adult who can help you). This will also make it 10

easier to avoid giving the bully the reaction they love. Raise Awareness. Contact your club, coach or club president and meet with them in person to discuss the issue. By organizing a face to face meeting, shows that you are committed to seeing the issue resolved. When you are at the meeting, it would be smart to bring documentation showing the bullying, to demonstrate what is actually being said. Also bring along a trusted adult to help should the club be resistant to dealing with the issue. Police. If you are unable to stop the cyberbullying with the help of friends, your coach, your parents and your club, the police may be able to help. Having the police involved often means that the issue has become more serious and needs to be dealt with appropriately and the matter may be taken to court. If you are feeling insecure and worried about the situation and feel you cannot talk to a parent or adult, contact Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 and they will help you find ways of dealing with the situation. Remember, there is always someone there to help. Even if the issue doesnt seem that bad, it could be worse than it looks or can escalate. Your sport should be fun and bully free. Never stand for Cyberbullying.

DONT STAND ALONE

Askani was an average fifteen year old school girl. She was soon to be the new school captain and her volleyball team was in the grand final, but she fell victim to cyberbullying and was left not knowing what to do, or who to go to.

skani was walking

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upstairs after getting home from a usual day at school. She sat down at her desk to start her homework and reached into her bag for her books and laptop. Before she began her homework, Askani thought it only fair to reward herself with a quick break on ask.fm, her new favourite site. When she opened her laptop, logged on and began scrolling down her profile, she was surprised to see she had several new notifications, but was surprised when she read the last three

Why are you so fat? Do you really think we can win the volleyball final when youre on the team? Does Askani mean fat and ugly in Latin?

Of course, any girl would be upset by offensive comments, but Askani knew she was better than whoever was sending her these messages. She just exited the site and hoped it would not happen again. Things at school were However, that night she strange too. People would

received more messages, each worse than the last. Askani decided to face the bully and replied by telling them, whoever they were, to stop. But it only made them more aggressive! Somehow her attacker had gotten hold of her mobile number and was sending her nasty text messages as well as calling her. Each time Askani tried to reply or redial the number, it was blocked; she had no way of re-tracking the caller.

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look at her differently and even avoided her in the main corridors, but she could not understand why. It was not until Askani arrived home that she realised why she deserved this behaviour. Her ask.fm account had been hacked and she had supposedly sent offensive comments and questions to a number of accounts, including students accounts from school. Askani was completely alone, suffocating in others dislike. She had no one to talk to, or sit with during lunch and people constantly stared at her, judging her every move. Every night when Askani got home, there were more comments on ask.fm and messages on her phone.

knew she wanted to show her parents, but was afraid they wouldn't understand, that they would think she was some of the things the bullies said she was, or did the things they accused her of doing. 'Just tell them.' assured herself. she

to get professional assistance, contacting a local online tracking business. Within days, the offender, a girl in Askanis year had been identified and the school had been notified. The school took immediate action too, and began establishing a stronger and more effective cyberbullying and bullying program, endorsing information nights for both parents and students involving guest speakers and professional online users, to promote privacy and personal settings on the internet to prevent further cyberbullying.

'It can't get any worse.'

As the harassment continued, Askani realised she could no longer battle it alone. She needed to tell her parents about ask.fm and what had been happening. She got out her laptop and phone before Immediately her parents contemplating her choices took action and decided for a few minutes. She

She picked up her laptop and phone and anxiously walked down the stairs into the kitchen where her Mum was cooking dinner and Dad was reading one of his fishing Over the next few weeks, magazines. Askani and Lucy, the source of Askanis internet troubles, With slight hesitation, worked together to further Askani showed her the school in establishing a parents the comments safer environment both in the and messages and school and on the net. explained to them what had been happening. To After reflecting on the her surprise they were situation, Askani realised she glad she told them. They was now more confident and reassured Askani and stronger as a person because promised they would of what shed been through. help her find a way to fix She even gained a new friend it. along the way.

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BE SAFE ON THE INTERNET

When you're being cyberbullied you have to be smart. Your goal is to prevent people from accessing your photos and information. There are three strategies you can use to make sure your account settings for online media are as safe, secure and private as possible. They will make your account more secure and reduce the amount of information others can see. While this doesn't prevent cyberbullying, it helps reduce the resources cyberbullies can use against you. 1. Security and Settings To ensure your account is as secure as possible, there are some simple steps that you can take to make sure that youre the only accessing your account. The first and most obvious step is to pick a strong password. Strong here means your password should have: mixture of letters and numbers, upper and lower case letters, and be about something unrelated to you. Eg 13

cyb3rsaf3T. Even when your password is strong, it is always a good idea to change it every month. A commonly used strategy is to have a set list of 12 strong passwords, and at the end of every month you move on to the next password. The second step to ensure no one else gets a hold of your account is to run an anti-virus program that has internet protection enabled. This live internet security will constantly scan for key loggers and other account hacking programs. Some good programs to consider are Norton Internet Security and Avast Internet Security. 2. Privacy, Timeline and Tagging On online media such as Facebook, there is always a way to set your privacy. In Facebook you can access them under the cog in the top right hand corner of your Facebook browser. Facebooks privacy settings are essential in making sure people see what you want them to. In the privacy tab there are three sub headings: Who can see my stuff? Who can contact me? Who can look me up? Within these you can change settings such as who sees your posts, who can add you, and who can message you. It also allows you an option to prompt you when someone tags you in something and gives you the choice whether or not you want to be displayed in the post. 3. Blocking and Reporting Facebook is a great social media webpage when it comes to reporting and blocking. Normally complaints about others' inappropriate behaviour will be dealt with immediately, or very quickly. Pages that contain content is strictly against Facebooks rules, eg pornography, are dealt with more severely and removed at greater speed. You can report on pages, posts and comments and request for they be removed. If someone is seriously annoying and/or harassing you on Facebook there is a simple and easy solution to stopping them. Simply click on the 'lock looking button' at the top right of any Facebook page (Mobile or Browser) and select the option How do I stop someone from bothering me?. From here enter the name and email address of the person you wish to block and voila! you wont hear anything from them (on Facebook) again. If you just entered a name it will prompt you with a dropdown box where you can choose the person you want to block. If the method mentioned doesnt work for blocking you can also go to the cyberbully's Facebook page and block them under the cog wheel on the cover photo. It's important that you know simply unfriend someone they can still message you. You need to block them (they will be notified when they have been blocked) and you will have the option to report them at the same time. Hayden Browne and Lachlan Stanton 14

BEHIND THE BULLY

By Brittany Kloeden and Amy Davidson

- Why do people cyberbully?

Cyberbullying is a part of a never ending cycle. It starts with a child being abused at home, at school, at their sporting or another place where people have a significant role in their lives. This child then becomes a teenager who has grown up believing that bullying is an acceptable part of life and who bullies others. This then creates a vicious cycle. Bullies are not born, but made. Bullies also tend to target more unstable, self-conscious and miserable people because they are easier targets. Sometimes, picking on the vulnerable, makes them feel stronger and more in control after the abuse that they have suffered themselves. From an anonymous survey conducted on Years 8s at St Johns Grammar School on the 26th June, 49% of those students had been cyberbullied by someone at school and 34% (who had the courage to own up) have cyberbullied. These numbers simply dont add up. There is a 15% difference between cyberbullies and the victims. Studies like this indicate either a fear of being discovered as being a cyberbully, or a genuine lack of understanding what cyberbullying is. Throughout Australia cyberbullying has been in effect since the beginning of computers, primarily through social media such as Facebook. These popular networking sites (Facebook, Ask.fm, Tumblr, Form Spring and Instagram just to name a few) are making cyberbullying increasingly easy.

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In fact, cyberbullying is currently so common that there is a generation coming through that sees it as inevitable and are tolerant of it. From multiple surveys, it has become apparent that the main motive behind peoples aggression while online is the irritation of not being socially accepted and the desire to become popular. Computers allow todays teenagers to hide behind the device as a sense of comfort and protection from consequences. This distance created by the computer or device produces a sense of power and authority through the indirectness it creates. The bully can bring their victim down without having to worry about the emotional state of their victim because they arent able to witness the effects of their actions, they ultimately feel no emotions. As media is being more frequently used as a weapon, teenagers are ultimately handed the right to belittle their peers to finally gain self-esteem. Some bullies enjoy the thrill of doing something wrong and are willing to risk consequences to find out how far they are able to push their victim without getting caught. Although a majority of bullies are portrayed as criminals, sometimes hurting people is accidental. It can be caused by mistakes in grammar and punctuation, the victim being overly sensitive, or some contextual information they are unaware of. One key problem with communicating online is that it its especially hard to identify sarcasm because the reader has no way of knowing what their facial expressions suggest as we do in real life conversations, and how they anticipate their writing to be understood. Although it seems that bullies hold all the power, there are strategies that have been developed to help victims wellbeing. If you are, or have been, a target of cyberbullying, experts urge you to consider the following: Shut down any unnecessary social networking sites. Save evidence. Block the bully. Change your account settings to increase security. Get law enforcement involved. If you are being bullied and you cannot bear to take it anymore, you have the ultimate power to stop them. Get your teacher, parent, guardian or fellow students on board and let them help guide you to take action required to stop the cyberbully in their path.

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Destroying Avalon Kate McCaffery

Destroying Avalon by Kate McCaffery is about a girl called Avalon who moves to a new city and school in year 10. She and her group are subjected to cyber-bullying, which leads to them being verbally and physically abused at school. McCaffery doesn't hold back on the reality of how vicious cyberbullying can be. Avalon receives everything from, Avalon is a dirty slut to Ill kill that bitch. She gets through it with the help of her friend Marshall, who also gets bullied and stereotyped as 'queer'. Avalon just manages to keep herself together despite the rumours and obscene name calling.
Yeah, but that doesnt happen in real life. I hear you say. WRONG. This is exactly what happens in real life. Some teens get victimised so much they consider, attempt, or carry out suicide. Aware of this, McCaffery conducted detailed research when preparing the novel. She learned one in six Australian children aged seven to seventeen were bullied by peers each week. Dolly did a survey in 2006 that showed 42% of girls aged twelve to fifteen were being intimidated online or via texts, and half of them wouldn't tell parents or teachers. Avalon and her friends are in that 42%, not telling anyone but each other what is going on despite how distraught the situation was making them. Avalon's behaviour changes at home too. She becomes moody and talks back to her parents, yells at her baby sister and is on her computer reading what is said about her at every opportunity. This withdraws her from family life, engulfing her more and more into the lies and rumors spread both online and face to face. But how is she supposed to stop such a large scale attack? There is no clear answer so she does what most people do, tries to ignore it, and the bullying and harassment start to fade. What she doesnt know is that it is now being directed towards Marshall who had already received enough bullying to last 7 life times. Marshall wants to discover who the anonymous users online are and make them pay for all of the troubles they have inflicted onto other peoples lives. This is, in a way, achieved at the very end of the book, although *SPOILER ALERT* one character does commit suicide but that opens a new doorway which leads to the resolution of harassment and cyberbullying at their high school. I read this book as an English task in year 9 and it had a big effect on me as I was moving states and starting a new school in year 10, same as Avalon. This made me nervous as so many bad things happened to Avalon in her first year. It disturbed me how much people could make up about a new person who most hadnt even said two sentences to. The underlying of the message, in my perspective, is to not judge a person before you get to know them, not just because they look at you in an odd way between classes. This is something that I have been trying to incorporate into my view on people and it has had a positive outcome both on me and other people, I RECOMMEND GIVING IT A TRY. Alice Kleinig 17

Literature On Cyberbullying
By Michael Cropley
To get a deeper insight into the issue of cyberbullying, Im going to tell you about some other texts that can help you and your parents with your situation. I hope you find reading these books invaluable, and that they guide you through any problems. Book 1: By the time you read this Ill be dead by Julie Anne Peters What is the book? Daelyn is the main character of the book in which she is trying to kill herself. During the book she finds an interesting website thats called through- the-light where she can shear her problems and she can see other. The website gives her 23 days to choose whether she really wants to kill herself. When shes on the website she is asked questions to help her think about her decisions. During this time she finds herself talking to a boy who has problems of his own, which makes her rethink everything.

life and how effective they were at one point she fails an attempt and has to wear a neck brace and is left unable to talk. As well as the suicide attempts she also get attacked by boy in a bathroom and get verbally abused at a fat camp. The main character spends a lot of her time on a website to help her with her problems. The book talks about other people being raped and molested and can be very harsh at times. There is a lot that parents might dislike about this book but it is a good way to introduce children to the world of cyber bullying and bullying in general. Book 2: The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander by Barbara Coloroso What is the book? This book is a great way for all ages to know more about bullying from each perspective. The book covers: The kinds of bullying boys and girls experience. How to stop yourself from being suckered into what the bullies want. How to stop your children from bulling if they are bullies. If the children have been bullied, it tells us how to overcome it and recover. And how to set up effective bullying policys for schools.

What your parents need to know? Your parents need to know that this is an intense book about some trying to kill themselves. The book talk a lot about the ways in which she attempts to take her 18

If you are having trouble, this a great book to help overcome the difficulties related to all bullying.

What your parents need to know?

What your parents need to know? What can your parents do about internet safety for you. As parents, they have a duty to understand the different media our children use. You parents will find this book is the perfect family online safety guide and has the advice you need to lower the risk and make sure you are protected today. This book keeps you informed of the dangers and reassures with simple, straightforward advice. It arms you with practical methods for child safety online. Refer to: Be safe on the internet for more information on guides to arming yourself against any online threat.

Other than to read this book, your parents dont really need to know much more than you do. This book entirely information to help you in your troubles and how to effectively stop the bullying altogether. I doubt there is a better book on all things bullying for children and parents of all ages. Book 3: Is your child safe online? by Pamela Whitby What is the book? Like the book states in the title it is a guide to being safe online, using websites such as Facebook. This book explains what information you can access through the internet on a daily basis. It tells us that these days, online safety for children is a growing concern, and your parents are finding it harder to learn simple controls. More and more frequently there are stories in the news about children being harassed through cyber bullying. Whether through Facebook party invites or worse. Online safety for children has become more important. You rely on the internet more than ever. You learn to not leave this problem alone but to understand how to keep yourself protected online and make sure the internet is a safe place for your and your family.

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Gemini: It is imperative that this month while the fog of Venus threatens to encompass your life you be wary and mindful while you are making decisions especially online. IF something strange and possibly sinister happens, ensure you take the correct steps to keep yourself, if experienced you could cast a self-protection spell. Leo: The people in your life who you can trust and confide in, keep them close. This month the crystal balls are saying that your true friends are invaluable and will help you through anything, through thick and thin. Scorpio: You will create and forge many connections with people and things in your life. Understand which ones should be in your life and you need to hold on to and realise the things that have a negative impact on your life. Some connections and relationship will come and go, like the rise and fall of the winter tide, but some will be constant like the rise of the sun on the eastern horizon every morning.

With Emma Jarvis and Erin Little Cancer: Are there people on your social networking sights that you do not know? If so, I strongly suggest that you weed your friends list and pick out the flowers from the sour sobs. It could just mean the difference between dark and light.

Virgo: Be strong beautiful one. There will be times in your life that bad influences in your life will want to force and pressure you to change yourself, but stay strong and stand your ground. Stand up for what you believe in, even if you are standing alone.

Libra: Relationships are one thing in your life that can either define or destroy you. Make sure you hold close the ones that define you, define your life personality and assist you in constantly changing and re-shaping for the future and the greater good. A strong and healthy relationship will get you through anything that life throws at you.

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Aquarius: Danger is all around you! Be careful! With Mercury in line with Jupiter your electronics will be particularly targeted. Check your online safety settings in the next few days. Try to change your privacy settings, it may save you.

Pisces: You need to be aware of the peril that threatens to consume your life. Make wise and informed choices about area of your life, make yourself knowledgeable about the evils of technology and the menace it possesses.

Capricorn: It is written in the stars that this is the month to seek help from those who care for you; their emotional senses are heightened. In this state your loved ones will do anything for you, and if you have anything you need to get off your chest they will support you 100%. So grab two cups of tea and confide in someone you trust.

Sagittarius: If in this current time in your life as the stars of Scorpio align you find yourself needing some guidance to steer you in the correct direction of your destined path, seek out people that can help you do that.

Aries: Conquer your fears and all things that are hurting you. This month as the summer solstice is quickly approaching you will be filled with the courage of a mighty lion. Use this new found boldness to confront the things in your life that are hurting you, do not be afraid and scared any longer, the time is now. 22

Taurus: If there is someone in your life that you have met online, but trust them deeply. Understand that this is not a bad thing just know that you need to be cautious and careful. Know the people who are in your life and do not give out your trust too quickly, make them earn it.

Our Journalists
Horoscope Team with Erin & Emma J This team has a vast understanding of horoscopes and how they affect peoples urge to cyberbully. From Horoscopes and the astronomy of the stars, to how the stars influence the peoples urge to cyberbully. Both have 7 years of research behind them and are the leading Horoscope experts in Australia!

From the left; Erin & Emma

Psychology Team A with Emma & Carina Emma is SAs leading psychology expert, she has published a book Cyberbullying, How Can I Help in 2012 and has over 13 years of experience. Carina is a professor at Adelaide University and has been teaching for 3 years, she has completed her PhD in how cyberbullying affects you psychologically, and physically. Psychology Team B with Brittany & Amy Both Brittany and Amy work together in SA Healths Psychology section. They both 14 years between them of cyberbullying experience, and have witnessed cyberbullying From the left; Brittany, Amy, Emma, Carina first hand. They two also published a book called Cyberbullying: what can you do? Sporting Team A Daniel, Lily & Nanna Daniel, Lily & Nanna play a huge part in finding information as to why people cyberbully on the internet and then take it to the pitch, they have experience and know the tell tail signs of a cyberbully. Sporting Team B with Jennah & Jak Jennah and Jak both have a wide range of experience and understanding of sport and the bullying that occurs throughout the matches. Both have hands on experience with the cyberbullying that occurs on and out of the pitch. Health Team with Phoebe & Flora Phoebe works for SA Health and is Australias only leading Health and Psychology Professor. She works with people who have health problems from being cyberbullied, such as self-harm. Flora is an editor from health magazine and knows her facts when it comes to cyberbullying. 23
From the left; Phoebe & Flora From the left; Nanna, Jennah, Lily, Daniel & Jak

Five Minute Fiction Team with Morgan & Nikki Morgan has extensive knowledge in the area of cyberbullying. She has had personal experience in cyberbullying and has interviewed people who have been affected. Nikki is an old scholar when it comes to 5 minuet fiction. She has published 13 books on cyberbullying, her most famous featuring in this article.
From the left; Nikki & Morgan

Literary Team with Alice & Michael Literary Team with Alice and Michael Alice extensive knowledge in literacy has made her the most reliable source for this magazine; her understanding of this topic has made her the most influential person in Adelaide. Michael has over 5 years in studying why people use horrible language to cyberbully people. He also is a very valuable member of this magazine. IT Team A with Caleb & Max Caleb and Maxs use of internet resources and understanding complex computer software, has put them in the driving seat for understanding the software that is being used in these cyberbullying attacks!

From the left; Alice & Michael

From the left; Hayden, Lachie, Caleb & Max

IT Team B with Hayden & Lachie Hayden and Lachie understanding of Information Technology and the latest computer software, makes them the most reliable team for cyberbullying information and the software used to cyberbully people. 24

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