it depends on individual. some people are emotionally weak or have gone through so much that they just can't take it anymore and become badly traumatized by it to the point it stop their confidence growth.
however, it they are strong and endure through it, they would only be left with a scar and nothing else. These people will gain ALOT from their experience and it will be a very good morale booster. of course, the scar will always be there, but it only becomes a reminder on why they chose their path.
personally, i was once at the bottom of a social pole back in junior high but it was the main reason why i strive to perform my best in anything i do when i entered high school onwards just so i wont end up in that situation again. also, insulting words and criticism doesnt affects me much although i am highly sensitive to the pain and suffering others goes through. another plus points was there it made me more mature and understanding and very unbias when analysing situation because when you deal with strong peer pressure, one thing to overcome it by being VERY observant at others and see how others adapt to situation.
