Bullying has undergone a profound transformation, evolving into a 24/7, omnipresent force known as cyberbullying. For the modern Canadian parent, understanding this shift is the first critical step in protecting your child's mental well-being.

Bullying can arise in many ways, from physical to verbal, social to cyber bullying. With the increase in social media, bullying has taken on another face that was quite unexpected, but nonetheless, just as damaging. With the progress of technology, bullying has quickly changed from physical bullying (fights at school) to social/cyberbullying (happening on social media or technology).  This week, we interviewed our Peachey Counselling and Family Support team member, Registered Social Worker, Kate Brockbank, about the impact of 21st century bullying on our kids’ mental health.

November is Women Abuse Prevention Month in Ontario and as part of our initiative to bring you helpful information, resources and guidance, we are highlighting the rise in online hate and cyberviolence against women and girls, provided by the Canadian Women’s Foundation.