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Social Dilemma Awareness Worksheet

Explore how everyday online choices can affect people’s wellbeing. Read the mountain-hike scenario, then answer the questions. You can use the scenario rather than sharing personal experiences. If an issue feels personal or unsafe, talk with a trusted adult or use Netsafe’s online support and reporting options.

A group chat on the track

During a mountain hike, Nathan slips on a muddy section while Anahera and Hemi are nearby. Nathan is unhurt, but the moment is awkward. Later, someone posts a photo of the slip in a group chat without asking Nathan. A few people add laughing reactions. One person forwards the photo to another chat, where it gets more attention. Anahera feels uncomfortable but worries that speaking up will make the group turn on her. Hemi is friends with Nathan and wants to check how he is feeling.

1.Which description best explains the social dilemma in this scenario?

A phone has no signal on the mountain.
A post that may seem funny or ordinary to some people can harm someone else, while people may feel pressure to join in or stay silent.
The group needs to decide which track to take.
Nathan has to choose whether to keep hiking.

2.Identify two actions in the scenario that could increase the harm or spread of the photo. Explain briefly how each might affect Nathan.

3.True or false: If the person who posted the photo meant it as a joke, it cannot have a harmful impact. Explain your choice.

4.Complete the sentence: Before forwarding a photo of someone, a safer choice is to check for their and consider the possible .

5.Match each person or group with one possible concern or helpful action from the scenario.

Nathan
Anahera
Hemi
People who forward the photo

Could check in privately and listen without demanding details.
May feel embarrassed, anxious, or less safe with the group.
Can stop sharing it and remove copies where possible.
Feels pressure about whether to speak up as a bystander.

6.Name one social norm or group pressure that might lead someone to react or forward the photo even if they are unsure it is okay. Explain how that pressure works.

Choose a safer response

There is no need to confront anyone in a way that feels unsafe. A response can be private, calm, and supported by a trusted adult.

7.Which is the best first response for a bystander who wants to reduce harm without spreading the image further?

Forward the photo to more people to ask what they think.
Add another joke so the group does not target you.
Do not forward or react to the photo; check in with Nathan privately and consider reporting it or asking a trusted adult for help.
Post Nathan’s name publicly and tell everyone to stop.

8.Write a brief, respectful message Hemi could send Nathan to check in. Include one offer of support and avoid pressuring Nathan to reply or explain.

9.Give two practical steps someone could take to limit further circulation of an unwanted image and get support. Include one action in the app or chat and one action involving a trusted person or service.

10.Explain one possible effect repeated online humiliation could have on a person’s wellbeing, and describe one way a supportive response could help. Do not diagnose the person.