A 13-year-old was accused Tuesday of cyberbullying after an investigation involving serious threats, according to the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.

COVID-19 restrictions have left many children bored and longing for social time with their friends, and some are turning to screens. But experts say when social media use goes up, so does a childs risk for being cyberbullied. And, according to one recent study, the effects of cyberbullying can last longer than parents might expect. Cyberbullying actually has a long-term impact on mental health, said Cleveland Clinics Tatiana Falcone, M.D., who did not take part in the study. Often times, kids have online friends that they dont actually know, which according to previous research, makes it more likely for them to become victims of cyberbullying.