Dating Abuse And Social Media

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Dating abuse is when an individual threatens his or her partner in an emotionally, sexually, or physically using the technology, in person by giving notes, or sending abusive letters by being a stalker. Being a very attentive communicator is someone who cares for their loved ones by listening to their emotions, feelings, and their thoughts. An attentive communicator provides support to their loved ones when they are needed. An attentive communicator could also mean that they are very active on social media or socially active in person. Also, because they are active on social media does not mean that they are bullies. Being digitally abusive means that they are cyber bullies, who use technology to injure a person emotionally, mentally, and sexually.

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