Survey Finds Harassment Pervasive on Social Media [Infographic]
Nearly 50 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 35 have experienced, or know someone who has experienced online harassment.
While the Internet has brought more connectivity to the world, the Web is not without its challenges. In addition to increasing cybersecurity and privacy concerns, cyber-harassment is on the rise, according to a poll conducted by Rad Campaign, Lincoln Networks and Craig Newmark.
The survey found that almost 50 percent of Americans 18- to 35-years-old have experienced or know someone who has been harassed or bullied online. Women seem to get the brunt of the abuse, with 57 percent experiencing harassment compared to 43 percent of men.
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