Children in romantic relationships are at risk for online bullying and abuse, says helpline
The HinduChildren and young people in romantic relationships are vulnerable to cyberbullying, online threats, blackmail, sexual harassment and abuse, often endangering their mental health. Its helpline for children facing danger and harm online is called ‘Meri Trustline’, and can be reached through a phone call or Whatsapp at 6363176363 or via email at [email protected]. Power dynamics “Children and young people who are in romantic relationships are at-risk and girls and other marginalized genders are most affected,” the Foundation said, in an analysis of the helpline’s data. The perpetrator has greater knowledge of the victim’s contacts, networks and even sensitive information like passwords while victims have little and even unreliable data on their perpetrators,” the report explained.
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