Helplines in Puerto Rico.

Are you a victim of bullying or shaming? Contact a hotline in Puerto Rico for support.

Bullying affects children and adults at home, school, work and online, making victims feel trapped, isolated and alone. If you’ve ever been the victim of bullying, you need not suffer in silence. There are 2 helplines in Puerto Rico where you can get the support and understanding you deserve. These are some common experiences of people being bullied:

• You have been embarrassed by the spreading of rumours, whether made up or true.
• A popular or forceful person has told others not to be friends with you.
• Your possessions have purposely been damaged or taken by others on a regular basis.
• Others have frequently shamed, taunted or threatened you on social media.
• You have repeatedly been the victim of threatening gestures or physically harassment
• One or more people has repeatedly called you names and teased or humiliated you.
• Have you been publicly laughed at, taunted or purposely left out of groups and activities
• You have been excluded from activities and social groups in a hurtful or humiliating way.

Bullying has many faces, but it is never earned or deserved. While bullying might make you feel inferior, ugly, ashamed and alone, it is never a true reflection of who you are. You are loved, valued and understood. There are people waiting to support you, so reach out.

The victims of bullying come from all walks of life, from every school, playground, workplace and online platform. You may be sceptical about whether helpline support in Puerto Rico will work for you, especially if you have been treated badly in the past. The good news is that helpline staff are well-trained to help people with experiences like yours.