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Inescapability of Cyberbullying
Unlike traditional bullying, cyberbullying is not constrained to physical locations, which can create a profound feeling of powerlessness and inescapability for victims. Additionally, the digital environment allows perpetrators to harass a victim across multiple online platforms or formats simultaneously.
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