Schoolyard to Social Media: Is Bullying Getting Worse?

Send us Fan Mail Bullying isn’t just a schoolyard problem anymore—it’s everywhere, from classrooms to DMs. In this episode, we break down how bullying has evolved in Dearborn and beyond, and tackle the big question: is it really getting worse in the age of social media?The guests for this show is Saleh Thabet and Noah Kaid.What’s Inside: Old School vs. New School: Comparing playground bullying from back in the day to the relentless world of cyberbullying Social Media’s Role: How platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat have changed the game for kids and parents Hard-Hitting Stats: The latest numbers on cyberbullying, mental health, and what it means for our community Real Solutions: What parents, schools, and local leaders can do to keep kids safe—both online and off Community Voices: True stories from Dearborn families navigating these new challengesWe’ll Answer:Is social media making bullying worse, or just more visible?Why aren’t old-school anti-bullying programs enough anymore?How can Muslim families protect their children and still honor cultural values?What can our community do to step up?This isn’t just talk—we’re giving you real data, practical tips, and a platform for your voice. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or student, you’ll walk away with new insights and tools to fight back against bullying in every form.Have a story or advice to share? Drop it in the comments—your experience could help someone else in our Dearborn community.Subscribe for more real conversations on parenting, community challenges, and the issues facing Muslim families today. More resources at Ozmedia313.comFollow us on social media:- Instagram: @motivateme313 or @ozmedia313- Website: ozmedia313.com- Facebook: ozmedia313-TikTok: @ozmedia313-Apple Podcast: ozmedia-Spotify Podcast: ozmediaThis show was sponsored by:-The Family Doc https://thefamilydocmi.com/-Juice Box Juiceboxblend.com-Holy Bowly http://www.myholybowly.com-Wingfellas thewingfellas.com-Hanley International Academy https://www.hanleyacademy.com-Malek Al-Kabob malekalkabob.com-Bayt Al Mocha https://baytalmocha.com/-Chill Box https://www.chillboxstore.com/-Royal Kabob https://www.royalkabob.com/-GEE Preparatory Academy https://www.gee-edu.com/schools/geepreparatory/index#Bullying #Cyberbullying #Parenting #SocialMedia #MuslimCommunity #Dearborn #YouthSafety #OZMedia