Digital Violence: A Growing Concern
Digital violence refers to any behavior that uses technology to threaten, control, humiliate, or hurt someone.
The harm caused by digital violence is real, even if it doesn't occur in person. With the rise of online interactions, violence has found new ways to manifest through phones, social media feeds, and direct messages.
For years, violence was understood as physical fights, verbal abuse, or emotional manipulation that occurred in person. However, as lives have moved online, so has harm. Digital violence can take many forms, including:
- Threats and intimidation
- Control and manipulation
- Humiliation and harassment
- Emotional abuse
Digital violence can leave deep emotional scars, ruin reputations, isolate victims, create constant fear, and even escalate into offline violence.
Author's summary: Digital violence is a real and growing concern that can cause significant harm.
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