YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram have channels devoted to these imaginary creatures that have captivated young kids and likely given Santa Clause a nightmare or two in the process.
What would you do? What would you do if a mysterious car pulled up to your child, rolled down the window and an adult you don't know began talking to them?
Blocking unwanted sources of cyberbullying is an option, but by the time this is done, the negative seed of criticism and cruelty has already been planted in the target's head.