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How People Working in Debt Collection Handle Abuse From Callers

NYT > Business·June 7, 2026
How People Working in Debt Collection Handle Abuse From Callers

Debt collectors are frequently subjected to verbal abuse and violent threats from callers who are struggling to pay their bills. As more Americans take on debt and fall behind on payments, the number of hostile interactions with debt collectors is increasing. Debt collection agents often have to develop strategies to manage these difficult conversations and maintain their composure in the face of abuse. The emotional toll of these interactions can be significant, affecting the well-being of debt collectors.

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