Which term describes digital violence, such as sending threatening texts, stalking, or hacking?

• A. Physical Violence
• B. Digital Violence
• C. Verbal Violence
• D. Financial Violence

Answer: (B)

Digital violence is harm carried out through technology—threatening texts, online stalking, hacking, or other digital means used to intimidate, monitor, or control someone. This fits the examples because the abuse happens through digital channels rather than in person. Other forms of violence target different domains: physical violence involves bodily harm; verbal violence centers on words; financial violence involves controlling someone’s money. The digital form stands out because the abuse occurs in online spaces and can happen even when people aren’t physically together. Recognizing it as a serious form of abuse helps decide safety steps: save or document messages and screenshots as evidence, report to trusted adults or authorities, adjust privacy settings, and seek support.