This Fact Sheet defines and explains the multiple acronyms and shortcuts used by teens during computer-mediated communication such as texting, instant messaging, and chatting.
Citation
Hinduja, S. & Patchin, J. (2024). Chat/Text Abbreviations & Acronyms. Cyberbullying Research Center. Retrieved [insert date], from https://cyberbullying.org/2024_Chat_Text_Abbreviations_Acronyms.pdf
Before you start commenting Stephen, first, learn how to communicate.
Before you start commenting Stephen, first, learn how to communicate.
Hey guys, I have a guy in my class and he calls me names like bastard and just nasty things I don’t wanna think about. Recently it only started happening and when I’m with my friends and I’m talking and say if we’re sitting around a table in class and I try to speak, he’ll abruptly just shout in my face to shut up. I’m scared to even speak.
What’s worse is that my friends are not being friendly, recently they’re just been pure “salty” and suddenly so judgemental and critical and I think it’s because they see me as vulnerable from that one bully, so in turn I think it makes them more powerful to pick on their own friend.
I know I haven’t got it the worst I the world, people are going through much tougher times than me. I just don’t know what to do.
I’m sorry this guy is intimidating you. You don’t have to let him know he is bothering you, because that is likely what he is after. You keep doing you. I’m sorry also that your friends are not really being there for you. It kind of shows you that maybe they aren’t really the best kind of friends you should have. I sincerely hope that you can find at least one person out there who is genuine and kind and has your back no matter what. I hope it comes soon. Meanwhile, just focus on your future, and making it the best possible, and don’t let the haters get in the way.