#ProtectChildren #ReportAbuse #TraumaAwareness
In today’s digital world, a disturbing reality hides behind closed screens: the possession or sharing of sexualized images of minors. Whether “discovered accidentally” or “sent by someone else,” these materials must be reported—immediately. In Spain, that means alerting the Guardia Civil, the branch of law enforcement responsible for cybercrime, gender violence, and child protection.
But why is this so serious? And what harm does it cause?
Let’s explore the deep psychological toll and societal impact—because this isn’t just a legal matter. It’s a human one.
⚖️ The Law Is Clear in Spain
- It is illegal to possess, share, distribute, or produce sexual images of individuals under 18.
- Even “mere possession” is a criminal offense.
- The Spanish Penal Code (Article 189) classifies this as child pornography, punishable by imprisonment.
No matter the intent or source, reporting is essential. Failure to report perpetuates harm.
🧠The Psychological Impact on the Victims
- These images are not just digital files—they are evidence of trauma.
- Children and teens depicted in such material are often victims of sexual abuse, coercion, or grooming.
- Every time an image is viewed or shared, the abuse is re-lived, reinforcing shame, fear, and helplessness in the victim.
Victims frequently experience:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Depression, anxiety, and self-harm
- Difficulty trusting others or forming relationships
- Lifetime struggles with identity, safety, and self-worth
🛑 Why Not Reporting Makes You Complicit
Ignoring the issue, deleting it without action, or “not wanting to get involved” means:
- You allow the perpetrator to go unpunished.
- You let abuse circulate, potentially retraumatizing the victim.
- You help normalize the commodification of young bodies.
By reporting, you become part of the chain that breaks the cycle of abuse.
📲 How to Report in Spain
If you find such content on a phone, computer, or shared via any platform:
- Do not delete it (it may be needed as evidence).
- Take note of any identifying info (phone number, username, location).
- Report it immediately to the Guardia Civil via:
- Spanish Cybercrime Unit:Â https://www.gdt.guardiacivil.es/
- Emergency Line:Â 062
Your identity can be protected.
🌱 A Message to Survivors
If you are a survivor of image-based abuse or exploitation:
- You are not alone.
- You are not to blame.
- You deserve healing, justice, and peace.
Seek support from trauma-informed professionals. Healing is possible.
đź“Ł In Summary
“An image may last a second. But the trauma it captures can last a lifetime.”
Reporting protects victims, holds abusers accountable, and helps dismantle an underground world of exploitation. Silence enables suffering. Your voice—your action—can be the start of someone’s healing.
🔒 #CyberSafety | 🧠#TraumaInformed | 🚓 #GuardiaCivil | 💬 #SpeakUp | 💔 #EndAbuse | ❤️‍🩹 #ProtectTheInnocent
