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Ignoring trolls does not typically stop harassment; instead, harassers often increase their efforts to provoke a reaction.

Online HarassmentGender IssuesPublic SafetyApr 20, 2026score 0.172 posts · 0 replies across 1 instances
The thread discusses the common misconception that ignoring trolls stops harassment, arguing instead that harassers often escalate their behavior when not confronted. It highlights the challenges faced by individuals, particularly women, in dealing with persistent online harassment.

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Ignoring trolls does not typically stop harassment; instead, harassers often increase their efforts to provoke a reaction.
Parent: Online HarassmentEntity: Ignoring trollsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Ignoring trolls as a strategy to stop harassment

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7.4. Responding to trolls? hypothes.is/a/X_y1aDx5EfGq0EfGaQAzow Ask anyone who has dealt with persistent harassment online, especially women: [trolls stopping because they are ignored] is not usually what happens. Instead, the harasser keeps pushing and pushing to get the reaction they want with even more tenacity and…
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@[email protected]
7.4. Responding to trolls? hypothes.is/a/X_y1aDx5EfGq0EfGaQAzow Ask anyone who has dealt with persistent harassment online, especially women: [trolls stopping because they are ignored] is not usually what happens. Instead, the harasser keeps pushing and pushing to get the reaction they want with even more tenacity and…
0 boosts · 0 favs · 0 replies · Apr 20, 2026