A popular K-POP star named Sulli, who had been the target of abusive comments was found dead at her home on October 14th, 2019.South Korea has one of the most higest rates of suicide, which according to recent government figures, is among the top causes of death for those under 40. Sulli was known for her outspokenness speaking about her mental illness and even though she’s an idol, she is open about her relationship too. But because of that, she was been attacked harshly through the social media.

 Cyber-bullying cases are increasing in Japan too (especially in school). It is more prominent in higher grades. Many school tend to hesitate to report cyber-bullying because most of the harassment occurs outside the class. 

 Unlike traditional bullying, I think the biggest problem is that cyber-bullying can continue over a school break or even after a victim stops going to school because it doesn’t require physical, face-to face interaction.  It is hard to find it. And also it is easier for anyone to participate in bullying. I’ve never experienced the bullying before, but I’ve heard many of my friends were suffering from the harsh comments they get through the social media. To prevent this, I’m trying not to use social media as possible or whenever I use it, I’m trying not to post my personal information and make my account as a private so that not many of the people won’t see it easily.