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Today's teens spend a significant amount of their social lives online, but the virtual world is not a refuge from bullying and harassment. These tools can provide a helpful sense of connection, but cyberbullies may use them to send their victims threatening texts and cruel emails. Cyberbullies sometimes spread hateful rumors and impersonate their targets to humiliate them. Targets may feel they're never safe online. However, there are strategies that can help teens take action against cyberbullying and resources that help them cope with the psychological consequences. This reassuring title outlines practical steps for addressing cyberbullying and protecting online privacy.