Sam Cohen, a former contestant on The Bachelor, has revealed that she suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after being bullied by fellow contestant Meg Thompson. Cohen shared her medical records with People magazine, which showed that she was diagnosed with PTSD in 2017.
In the records, Cohen's therapist writes that she was "experiencing symptoms of PTSD related to being bullied by Meg Thompson on The Bachelor." The therapist goes on to say that Cohen was "having nightmares about being bullied," "avoiding social situations," and "experiencing anxiety and panic attacks."
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Cohen says that Thompson bullied her on the show by "shouting at her," "calling her names," and "spreading rumors about her." She says that the bullying led to her developing PTSD, which has had a significant impact on her life.
"I've had to deal with anxiety and panic attacks," Cohen says. "I've had to deal with nightmares and flashbacks. I've had to deal with feeling like I'm not good enough. I've had to deal with feeling like I'm not worthy of love."
Cohen says that she is sharing her story in order to raise awareness about the dangers of bullying. She says that bullying can have a lasting impact on victims, even years after the bullying has stopped.
"I want people to know that bullying is not just a childhood problem," Cohen says. "It can have a lasting impact on people's lives, even years after the bullying has stopped."
Cohen's story is a reminder that bullying is a serious problem that can have a devastating impact on victims. If you or someone you know is being bullied, please reach out for help. There are many resources available to help victims of bullying, including: