Online abuse is a silent menace and there is need to tackle the enormous harm it causes and ensure perpetrators face appropriate consequences for their actions. social media companies need to put a higher priority on preventing this kind of repeat offending and where abuse may not reach a criminal threshold, it can still significantly impact people who receive it, including not just their health but also their ability to express themselves freely online. Social media platforms should be taking proactive steps to create safer online spaces for all. Are the social platforms the only party to blame in this mess?
