In cyberbullying, you did. In cyberthreat, you claim to do. Even we can say that cyberthreat is a first stage of cyberbullying.

Please consult the following articles:

Willard, N. (2006). Cyberbullying and cyberthreats. Eugene, OR: Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use.

Willard, N. E. (2007). Parent guide to cyberbullying and cyberthreats. From Cyberbullying and Cyberthreats: Responding to the Challenge of Online Social Aggression, Threats, and Distress. Oregon: Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use.

Bhat, C. S. (2008). Cyber bullying: Overview and strategies for school counsellors, guidance officers, and all school personnel. Journal of Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools, 18(1), 53-66.

Chibbaro, J. (2007). School counselors and the cyberbully: Interventions and implications. Professional School Counseling, 11(1), 65-68.

Dear Mohammad,

I suppose there is a huge difference between cyberthreats and cyberbullying. Cyberthreats usually criminal law matters, thus it has more severe consequences than cyberbullying.

In my understanding and research experience cyberbullying is mainly focused on the school environment, and affect students. Furthermore, in cyberbullying cases the limitations of freedom of speech in the virtual world by students means the key question. However, if a cyberbullying rises to the level of cyberthreat that would become a criminal act instead of cyberbullying.

Also, the most important element of cyberbullying is the power imbalance between the two parties, which affect their relationship. Cyberthreats could be addressed to states and institutions, cyberbullying cannot be directed to institutions.

If you have further question do not hesitate to contact me via [email protected]

Best regards,

Tamás