In the article 'Not In My Space' by Sara B. it says that MySpace and facebook could ruin your future. I totally agree with her in this article. People are being bullied, harassed and sexually harassed on these social networking sites. It's bad what people do to each other on these sites, from people being bullied I've heard stories of people committing suicide because of the intensity of the bulling that goes on. All those reasons have made me decide that I don't want or need one, if you have that chance of those things happening to you. All the people being bullied on these sites, could have avoided it all by not having one. The people that want to sexually harass someone online and off-line, there is something psychologically wrong with them. When she said it would haunt you, I took it as, if you write something and it discriminatory, profane, and or sexually explicit content and thing that you wouldn't say out loud or in front of your parents, your employers can see it. If your employer sees any of those negative things it could make you not get a promotion, or make you lose your job, and at that young age you don't want that.
MySpace, Facebook, who needs them?
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Although I understand the reasoning behind your article, I don't think it solves anything. Most people who use these sites are connecting with friends or family and don't face these issues. Also, by refusing to get a fb, or other social networking account, merely because there is the possibilty that something might happen is running away from the problem. If someone is bullying you, block them and move on.
NighttimeVesperI am in agreement with you when you say that many times, people just use social networking websites to stay connected with friends and family, and to have fun.
However, cyberbullying is more common than you realize. The severity of the bullying varies though. That's why we only hear about the sucicides that are the result of cyberbullying. We only hear about the really bad cases; But there are literally thousands of teens out there, just like you and... (more »)
EMis1123I totally agree with everything you've said here--except that I have a fb page. You're right, a lot of nasty things can go on facebook, but something I wish you would have mentioned is how a little caution can go a long way. Not friending people you don't know or don't feel comfortable with is one step, another is watching what you post and comment. I personally use a lot of security on my page, and I'm always reviewing my posts before sending to make sure they're not offensive or re... (more »)
Victoria_Pwell, if someone is bullying you, block them, and don't accept anyone that you don't know. when you make an account like that. just add your close friends and relatives. not the entire school, and whoever sends you a friend request.
I've never been a social network user, I really enjoy my privacy(just me), and my dad had one But I never used. I agree with this. Social networks introduced a new form of bullying to the dictionary, but on the other hand if used correctly Facebook and Myspce can be used as tools or just a way to have fun.
On a side note I think most of the people of our generation, however you define generation, will know not to do anything too stupid on these things or give out valuable info, some I ... (more »)
dragon_kid84i have a ? 4 u! WHY? y do u not cre whn people r harrased nd bullied every day?
That was really hard to understand... The purpose of "text talk" is to make it easier to read, not harder. I usually don't mind when people use Internet slang, but this was kind of... Different than usual.
i completly agree with this because of what cody2 said.
freeziebby1234 said...
Feb. 1, 2011 at 11:38 am:
Feb. 1, 2011 at 11:38 am:
i dont agree with this. people get bullied cus their stupid and they have to take care of their selfs and be mature
people are not bullied because they are stupid. they are bullied because the bully has insecuraties about themselves, and in order to make themselves feel better, they put other people down, and usually aim for people with low self-esteem, or low confidence.
Facebook isn't such a problem. It's only a problem if you mess around on it and write stuff you shouldn't.
writingluver812I just got rid of my Facebook a month ago because I felt like I was on it too much. My mom also came home talking about people from her work who had lost jobs because of their Facebook's. And I really don't want to be a statistic when it comes to online bullying.
yes you can loose your job for having an facebook page thats why alot of adults thats working is loosing their jobs or their bosses is making them delete them sooooo you have an good point .!
You can't say that people that get sexually thrilled by children are messed up. Because some of those people just simply get turned on by children. They could be the family doctor, your therapist. A perfectly straight lawyer with a wife and two kids. The world is just screwed up like that.
Fell Angel said...
Dec. 17, 2010 at 2:07 pm:
Dec. 17, 2010 at 2:07 pm:
In one way I agree with you.Facebook bought a lot of trouble.On facebook we can see and discover things which we didn't want to find out and argue with friends,cousins,boyfriend (girlfriend) also some people waste a lot of their precious time for nothing.Pedophilia and fakes profiles are one of disadvantages of facebook.We can destroy our lifes with trifles.And for what?Because of stupid thing that are not worth all of that.Ok,this thing that I mention are not so important for someone but the... (more »)
EvieDreamer said...
Dec. 16, 2010 at 1:41 pm:
Dec. 16, 2010 at 1:41 pm:
It is true that facebook and sites like this brought a lot of, let's say, trouble, but I don't think that there is a problem with facebook. I think that the problem are people. I have a facebook profile, but I'm not 'facebook addict', I can spend weeks not checking the profile. Facebook can be very useful if you have some cousin or friend who lives on the other side of country, maby even world. It doesn't cost at all and you can talk with him, see the new photos, share some songs etc. If you acc... (more »)
I wrote this article and i have a facebook, never been harrased and i just wrote this for school and it was a feedback article so if yall are woundering noo this isn't about me but about people who are bullied and harrased by facebook
iagree with you .. you have a really good point exspecially for thee younger kidds that arte sneaking behind there parents backs and making these pages its not good at all .. see on my facebok page i only have friends that i talk too & thee rst is family .! soooo if yall teens opr aldults dont want harrasment then edit your pages and dont add people you dont know at all ... thats why they have ignore buttons .!
kittykat369 said...
Dec. 6, 2010 at 9:04 pm:
Dec. 6, 2010 at 9:04 pm:
I also agree. I also think that people get sucked into FB and myspace. People become obsessed wtih these sites to the point where they're ignoring their loved ones. The bullying that happens when you give younger people the chance to write whatever they wish is unbelievable. My advice to anyone, don't write it if you wouldn't say it in front of you grandmother.
i agree. this last year mine was hacked and they wrote very rude and predjudice things that will stick with me for the rest of my life.good luck and spread your thoughts of this!
I think that, as ars said, that you could eaisly remove someone who was threatining and tell someone in authority. I think, however, that most of today's teens spend way to much time online. I only check my facebook once a week to once a month, and I'm not obbessed with.
I do not agree that Facebook or MySpace could ruin your future. If some body is getting bullied or harassed, either block them or delete them from your page. Facebook or MySpace keep you in touch with friends that do not live close. Social networks or good but can be dangerous at times. Most people will not accept a persons friends request if they do not know them.
I don't agree that Facebook or MySpace could ruin your future. If someone is being bullied, harassed, or sexually harassed, they can easily remove and block that person from their page. If a person is in a situation where they have a job and are friends with co-workers, managers, etc. the person could stop posting statuses about discrimination, using profanity, and sexually explicit content. The person could also remove them from viewing their profile because it's their book and their space. Bas... (more »)
kkd303I disagree and agree. I disagree because I have a Facebook, and it is a good way to reconnect with old friends. I agree with this article because I believe that social networks are not for bullying or harassing someone. If it is friends who are bullying or harassing the other friends, I believe it's time to get a new set of friends and leave the old ones alone.
lph6605It has its pros and cons. One, if you're getting bullied by your "friends" on a social networking site, perhaps you should have better friends. It's your fault just as much as theirs. I think it's helpful for school when I forget homework or lose my bearings. It certainly doesn't harm anyone by simply existing. The things that harm people are the "friends" who take advantage of the website and you.
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MickeyHI completely agree. I once had a facebook- last year- and I loved it at first. Then I found all my friends from my old school and I got bored. All I did was play a game and talk to my friends- but i have an iPod touch for that. Facebook I know from personal experience is pointless
matt's gurl said...
Sept. 8, 2010 at 10:19 am:
Sept. 8, 2010 at 10:19 am:
Ya litgirl and Dr. Jones is right lol If ur not mature enough DON'T use it!
Dr.Jones
Like Litgirl said, if you're responsible and sensible about it, you should be fine. You can always choose who to be friends with. But still it does make it easier to prey on people.
And an interesting phenomenon I've seen is guys using the friend lists as menus of sorts. They pick whatever girl they want to "pursue." Not in a romantic, fliratious way, but love 'em and leave 'em fashion. It's sickening.
LitgirlI agree that this social networks can mean trouble,but I believe that's mostly if the person is not responsible and mature enough in the use of it. If the person knows how to behave in there it doesn't have to be such a danger. There's a good part to this social networks also. Personally,my two new best friends live a little away from me,they don't drive yet,so it's hard to hang out often. And they can't afford cell phones. Plus,soon we will go separate ways for college,so facebook is the easier... (more »)
KelsieYellowI dont have a facebook or myspace and i dont plan on having one, wats the point i call and txt my friends.
On_It_Goes I agree with you 100%, and enjoyed reading your article. I encourage those around me not to use social networking sites by telling them it is just another way the government will find you. And if that doesn't work, I let them know that when indeed the government does find them, their ninja powers will be repealed. Try that on for size.
emmajI see your points, but 80% of my friends live over 500 km away so we all have facebook too keep in touch thats it, so we are safe and use in the way it is meant to be used.
samboThis is such a controversial topic that it was interesting to read this perspective from you. I think you have some great arguments, but I'm not sure if I necessarily agree with them. Facebook and MySpace aren't always used in a general way--often, people use them to keep in touch. I use them to keep in touch with my family who live far away. I think the problem with the bullying is that people aren't cautious--they put anything up there. It's also important to "fri... (more »)
Beautiful_DeadNice article and i totally agree with this. And like AwesomeNewt said people who keep updating their profile are obsessed and it makes them seem like they dont have a life! Same goes to the people that harass others, online or offline. Are they really so bored that they want to ruin other lives as well as theirs?? Just Saying.
AwesomeNewti don't even understand why someone would waste their life updating their profile, self obssessed much. don't you think
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lime921i haven't been allowed to have facebook and i've wanted to get one, but with this article and what people have said about it by getting bullied, i've made a decision that i don't want one anymore. we can communicate with friends face to face, not on the internet where you can say things to them online when you wouldn't say something you'd say to them face-to-face. I don't like facebook and stuff anymore even though i've never even had one. you've convinced me. good writing and suggestions!
I agree that you can harassed, etc. but nobody ever realizes the good sides about these social networking sites. It's a good way to connect with friends when you or they are on vacation. You chose who becomes your friend on Facebook and who sees your posts. And besides. Not everyone gets harassed. I've been on Facebook for a while now and I've never and anything like that happen to me. Anyone back me up on this?
alexisabbottI totally agree with you horsie_luver! If you are really are afriad of bad things happening to you while using these sites then put your profile on privite so that only your friends can see anything that applies to you like your photos, profile ect. And besides if someone you do not know trys to add you then just ignore it and leave it as that. Every once in awhile somone i don't know trys to add me and i just reject. Nothing bad ever happens to me. I mean rarely i will get into a bad argue... (more »)
mary_blue356This article is agreeable.
Some strangers try to add me in facebook and they were appearing in like tons. I first review their profile if I know them or not. Then if I don't, I ignore their request.
Some strangers try to add me in facebook and they were appearing in like tons. I first review their profile if I know them or not. Then if I don't, I ignore their request.
JeanGreyI must say that your opinion, while valid and understandable, maybe a bit misinformed. Usually when people are harassed it is their fault. They befriended someone they didn't know, said yes to spam, or were looking in a place where they shouldn't be. Even if the say they are victims they should have just been careful and sensible. There are a million ways to prevent people from harassing you. The easiest way is to just delete the person harassing you. Say no to people that you dont kn... (more »)
A_DreamerI have a Facebook, and I have been through a TON of Facebook drama.
Facebook does cause a lot of trouble, even when it's just with your friends.
The reason I have it is because it's good to talk to other people on, people you may have lost connection with.
But if anyone is rude to me, I just delete them as a friend and all is well again. :)
Facebook does cause a lot of trouble, even when it's just with your friends.
The reason I have it is because it's good to talk to other people on, people you may have lost connection with.
But if anyone is rude to me, I just delete them as a friend and all is well again. :)
amorey5 said...
Feb. 10, 2010 at 12:12 pm:
Feb. 10, 2010 at 12:12 pm:
I agree that some people may not need a myspace or facebook, but I have both. I set them both to private, so everyone can only see certain things. I also only befriend people I know and have met in person, so if you take precautions, like me, then the site may not cause any descrimination or something bad to happen. I just wanted to point that out. Other than that, I think this is good.
esistI really agree with you. To me, people should have something better to do with their life than hurt someone's feelings who might be on the opposite side of the country as you. I think people should spend time with real friend who won't hurt you and have fun, not have a horrible past that live with covered in guilt. I only made a facebook so that I could successfully do my history project, but other than that, I find it as a waste of precious time.
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