While bullying existed long before the internet, the rise of the digital age has introduced a more pervasive and relentless form of such behaviour and provided a public arena for it to fester.
Where bullying was previously limited by proximity and ease of access, cyberbullying transcends physical bounds.
Such trends are evolving so fast that lawmakers and authorities are finding current laws too outdated to tackle this unique and ever-changing threat.
Catch our spotlight on cyberbullying tomorrow (Aug 5) on thestar.com.my.
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