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The Internet has definitely increased the proliferation of such behavior.

• tjr225 7y ago
  Has it? Do we have any reason to believe this is definite? Moreover, do we have any evidence that this behavior didn't exist or existed at a lesser scale 30 years ago? Maybe the GP simply did not see it happening. Either way it seems like speculation, maybe it should be presented as such instead of stating it as fact?
  • gatherhunterer 7y ago
    Insisting on evidence that proves a negative claim is an impossible standard. In the absence of evidence one can assume that a statement is anecdotal, especially when information like location and timeframe are not included.
    • tjr225 7y ago
      I guess I could have been more clear- I don't believe these anecdotes reflect reality, and I don't think they really bring anything of substance to the conversation. It's borderline alarmist at best.
      • tudelo 7y ago
        If you played xbox or something similar 10 years ago I think you would agree. Nonetheless, I am happy to be wrong in this situation. YMMV
  • duderific 7y ago
    Mean kids said all sorts of insulting things, but it was more related to personal appearance (fat, ugly etc.) or "your mama" jokes.