The Mariah Anderson controversy stems from a 2014 incident where a photo of a young girl with a rare genetic disorder, Chromosome 2 duplication syndrome, was cruelly used as a mocking reaction image across social media. The incident sparked widespread outrage and became a landmark case in the discussion surrounding internet ethics and the harmful nature of viral mockery. Instead of retreating, Mariah's mother, Kyra Pringle, took a stand against the trolls, using the platform to advocate for anti-bullying legislation and humanize the victims of digital harassment. Today, the case is frequently cited by educators and activists to illustrate the real-world consequences of cyberbullying and the importance of empathy in the digital age, transforming a moment of hate into a movement for social change.