Tuesday, March 6
2:45 PM-3:05 PM
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Capitol C

Cyberbullying and the Bystander Effect: Implications for School Counselors and School Leaders

Brief Paper ID: 35325
  1. Misti Nichols
    Northwestern State University
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    Gerra Perkins
    Northwestern State University
  3. Nelda Wellman
    Northwestern State University
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    Wendell Wellman
    Northwestern State University

Abstract: The bystander effect is a theory which explains why bystanders do not intervene when help is needed. This article focuses on the bystander effect within the school system and discusses the roles of the school counselor and the school leaders in dealing with this issue. The article also details the impact of the bystander effect on school violence, bullying, and cyberbullying.

Presider: Krystle Phirangee, University of Toronto

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