In late October of this year Twitter introduced a new way for its 500 million users to interact with one another by launching Twitter Polls. While Twitter has always offered ways for users to gather information and opinions through hashtags or simply having users cast their vote through either retweet or favorites, this new polling … Continue reading Twitter Polls Become Cyberbullying Tool
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Bullies Don’t Take a Vacation
I've noticed as I've gotten older that each year seems to go by faster and faster. 2015 was no exception. I can barely remember Halloween and my tree is up and my halls are decked. The holiday season has arrived! Winter vacation is quickly approaching and people all over the world are gearing up to … Continue reading Bullies Don’t Take a Vacation
Fight the Bully: What Parents Can Do
I get asked a lot of questions. Seriously, I'll show you my inbox sometime. It's truthfully one of the best parts of my job, being able to impart wisdom that I have picked up from over five years of travelling around the United States and talking with people. Of all the questions I get asked, … Continue reading Fight the Bully: What Parents Can Do
What Parents Should Know About Ask.FM
This week continues my regular series "What Parents Should Know." This week's entry was prompted by recent events. Have something you’re wondering about? Send me a message and I’ll do my best to find an answer: info@joshgunderson.com Following the August 2 suicide of Hannah Smith, parents have become very concerned about their kids using the … Continue reading What Parents Should Know About Ask.FM
Pixar’s Lesson on Bullying: It’s For The Birds
It is a very well known fact that I am nothing if not a massive Disney nut! I love everything about Disney and the Pixar branch of the studios is no exception. From their shorts to their full-length features, there is a wonderful lesson to be learned. Pixar's short film "For The Birds" teaches viewers … Continue reading Pixar’s Lesson on Bullying: It’s For The Birds
The Bullying of Marissa Powell (Miss Utah)
Imagine for a moment: you’re on stage in front of thousands of people. Hot lights are shining down on you. Around three million people around the world are watching you on their televisions. Put yourself in that position. You’re in it to win it. Put yourself there. Now answer a random question read to you … Continue reading The Bullying of Marissa Powell (Miss Utah)
Demi Lovato: The Right Kind of Role Model
I'm not going to try to hide it, I'm a big fan of Demi Lovato. I'm listening to "Heart Attack" as I write this. I think her music is a lot of fun without being too bubble-gum pop and too risqué. I'm an even bigger fan of her as a person. There are very few … Continue reading Demi Lovato: The Right Kind of Role Model
Breaking Down Digital Walls 