Bullying, mean messages, online scams, or anything that scares you - it is not your fault, and you don't have to deal with it alone. Here's what to do and who to tell.
These are official, free, 24×7 numbers in India. You can stay anonymous. Save them in your phone right now.
Sometimes it helps just to have a name for it. If any of these feel familiar, it is real and it matters.
You don't have to figure this out alone. Follow these steps in order.
A parent, teacher, school counsellor, or any grown-up you trust. Telling someone is the bravest and most important step - you are not "tattling," you are keeping yourself safe.
If it happened online, proof helps adults and police take action. Do this before anything gets deleted.
Being hurt online or at school can make you feel anxious, sad, or alone. Those feelings are normal - and they get better.
When it all feels like too much, try these small things:
Want to report something to a teacher without standing out in class? Send a quiet message to the school's care team. You can leave your name out if you want.
Open the private form Opens the school's secure form. You can leave your name blank.A tiny quiz to help you spot trouble early. No score, no pressure.
