It is hard. How do you talk about online sexual abuse and/or intimidation? Of course it is a difficult subject to broach, but helping someone is easier than you think. Here are five things you can say, with which you will not miss the mark:
* I think it so very brave of you that you dare tell me about this. Of course I will not share this with others.
* You can tell me anything, but you don’t have to.
* I understand that you are feeling guilty, but you have done nothing wrong. The person blackmailing and threatening you is the one in the wrong!
* F*CK, I am so sorry. I don’t know what to say. How can I help?
* Please, do let me know if you need anything. Whatever you tell me, I will be there for you!