Survivors of Terrorism Facing Cyber Trolling and HarassmentSurvivors of Terrorism Facing Cyber Trolling and Harassment
Mental Health News Radio
How aware are we of the fallout from the freedom we enjoy using the internet and social media? Can you fathom a parent of one of the Sandy hook shooting victims being trolled online for years after the event took place? Or one of the survivors...
50:24•30 Jan 2019
Surviving Cyber Trolling: A Terrorism Survivor's Story
“The internet trolls and bullies is, when you post something on the internet, it's there forever. Parents that had their children were killed in sandy hook, shooting people who, like you, who were part of the Boston. I didn't like it then, but I was forced to accept this as part of life.”
Imagine surviving a horrific event only to face relentless online harassment afterward. That's the reality for Lynn Julian Crisci, a Boston Marathon bombing survivor, who shares her harrowing experience on this episode of Mental Health News Radio. Host Kristin Sunanta Walker sits down with Lynn to discuss the ugly side of internet freedom—cyber trolling and harassment. Lynn's story is not just about the trauma of the bombing but also about the ongoing mental toll of being targeted online.
This episode sheds light on the dark world of cyberbullying and its devastating impact on mental health, especially for those already dealing with significant trauma. Lynn, who is also a speaker, author, and patient advocate, opens up about the tactics used by cyber trolls and the difficulty in finding help. Her bravery and resilience shine through as she talks about her mission to support others facing similar online abuse.
This conversation is raw and eye-opening, urging us all to take a stand against cyber harassment and make the internet a safer place. Tune in to hear Lynn's powerful story and learn how we can all contribute to ending this form of digital abuse.
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