Immediate Help & Support
If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs immediate help, these resources are available 24/7.
๐ก๏ธ Cyberbullying & Online Harassment
Resources for victims of online bullying, harassment, or threats.
StopBullying.gov
Federal government resource with information on preventing and responding to bullying, including cyberbullying.
Cyberbullying Research Center
Research, resources, and tools for parents, educators, and teens dealing with cyberbullying.
PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center
Resources, toolkits, and support for students, parents, and educators addressing bullying.
Cyber Civil Rights Initiative
24/7 crisis helpline for victims of nonconsensual pornography (revenge porn) and online harassment.
๐ Reporting Exploitation & Illegal Content
Report child exploitation, trafficking, or illegal online content to law enforcement.
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Report child sexual exploitation, online enticement, child sex trafficking. CyberTipline reports go directly to law enforcement.
FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
Report internet crimes including online predators, sextortion, and cyber threats.
FBI Tips
Report threats, crimes, or suspicious activity to the FBI.
National Human Trafficking Hotline
24/7 confidential hotline to report human trafficking and connect victims with services.
๐ง Mental Health Support
Professional mental health resources for anxiety, depression, and other concerns.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Information, resources, and support for mental health conditions. Monday-Friday, 10am-10pm ET.
Psychology Today Therapist Finder
Search for therapists, psychiatrists, and treatment centers by location and specialty, including technology/internet addiction specialists.
SMART Recovery
Science-based addiction recovery support, including online meetings for technology/internet addiction.
Internet & Tech Addiction Anonymous (ITAA)
12-step fellowship for those recovering from internet and technology addiction. Free online and in-person meetings.
๐ฑ Platform-Specific Abuse Reporting
Report abuse, harassment, or inappropriate content directly to social media platforms.
Facebook/Instagram
Report Abuse โTwitter/X
Report Abuse โTikTok
Report Abuse โSnapchat
Report Abuse โYouTube
Report Abuse โDiscord
Report Abuse โTwitch
Report Abuse โ๐ International Resources
Crisis support resources for countries outside the United States.
Canada
- Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566
- Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
- Cybertip.ca: cybertip.ca (report child exploitation)
United Kingdom
- Samaritans: 116 123
- Childline: 0800 1111
- CEOP: ceop.police.uk (child exploitation)
Australia
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
- eSafety Commissioner: esafety.gov.au
Israel
- ERAN (Emotional First Aid): 1201
- SAHAR (24/7 hotline): *2-6-2-6
- Israel Police Cyber Unit: Report Cyber Crimes
๐ Documenting Incidents
If you're experiencing cyberbullying, harassment, or online threats:
- Screenshot everything: Capture messages, posts, profiles, URLs with timestamps
- Don't delete: Keep records even if content is disturbing
- Record details: Date, time, platform, usernames, what happened
- Report first, block second: Block after reporting to preserve evidence
- Tell a trusted adult: Don't handle serious situations alone
See our complete cyberbullying response guide for detailed documentation instructions.
๐ You're Not Alone
Whether you're dealing with a crisis, online harassment, mental health concerns, or just need someone to talk to, help is available. These resources are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who care.
It's okay to ask for help. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.