Presenter:

Joshua Belsky, MSW, LCSW

Director of Passaic County Screening Program

St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center

More than 42 percent of youngsters have been bullied online and nine out of ten middle school students have had their feelings hurt online. Cyber bullies strike anonymously, at all hours and kids often have no escape. The consequences of cyber bullying range from stolen passwords and identity theft to depression, loss of self-esteem, exposure to sexual predators, murder and suicide.

The presenter will describe the range of cyber bullying methods, explain the difference between the school yard and cyber bully, discuss the impact of cyber-bullying on both individual students and the school community. They will offer strategies for youngsters, parents and teachers to manage cyber bullying and discuss when intervention from mental health or law enforcement officials is indicated.

This program will be held at William Paterson University, 1600 Valley Road, Wayne.

Pre-registration is required. Register by phone or on-line at www.wpunj.edu/cpe

Fee: $ 15