Cyberbullying: An Overview of its prevalence in Saudi Arabia a literature review

الملخص

The internet plays a significant role in modern society. It is undeniable that the internet has made education more accessible and ubiquitous than ever before. Despite the benefits of the online world to children, parents, and instructors, some are taking advantage of it evilly. The incidence of cyberbullying is on the rise across the globe. In recent years, cyberbullying has become increasingly popular in the media, and several high-profile suicides of adolescents have been linked to it. Our result demonstrated the prevalence of the issues and indicated that it is more searched by the public than traditional bullying. A comprehensive overview of cyberbullying is presented in this paper. The KSA government authorities must establish a minimum age for children to use online platforms and social media. Furthermore, schools and universities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia must develop and implement an online safety and protection policy that outlines the dangers and legal implications associated with cyberbullying, inappropriate Internet use, and the use of social media. Moreover, A continuous training program, awareness program, and social orientation program are also provided to parents and children, particularly concerning cyber safety and the risks associated with the internet.