Cyberbullying, Telefono Azzurro: “Over one million victims aged 15 to 19”

Rome, Feb. 5 (LaPresse) – On the occasion of the National Day against bullying and cyberbullying, Telefono Azzurro renews its commitment to stand alongside children and adolescents. For over 38 years, through a network of qualified professionals and active listening helplines, Telefono Azzurro has guaranteed concrete and continuous support to young people facing situations of bullying and cyberbullying, phenomena that are constantly growing, as confirmed by the most recent data. According to the data collected, during 2025 a total of 181 cases of bullying and 24 cases of cyberbullying were handled. Reports mainly concerned attacks related to physical characteristics, accounting for 72.5% of bullying cases and 9% of cyberbullying cases. These were followed by cultural motivations (12% for bullying and 2% for cyberbullying) and those linked to sexual orientation and gender identity (3.5% in bullying cases and 1% in cyberbullying cases). Alongside the evidence of the data, a particularly significant hidden phenomenon persists, especially with regard to cyberbullying. Over the years, Telefono Azzurro has observed that a large number of children and adolescents who are victims of online violence and abuse do not report what happened, remaining invisible. Fear, shame, a sense of isolation and distrust of adults continue to represent significant obstacles to seeking help. In this context, Telefono Azzurro exists to give young people a voice, offering them a safe space in which to express themselves and be listened to immediately.