"Traffickers exploit people because buyers create a market. Demand for sexual exploitation is cultivated by a cultural context that normalizes the objectification of women and children, and tolerates gendered violence."
"Research on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) shows that early trauma, like sexual abuse, household dysfunction, and foster care involvement, is related to later victimization."
Sex trafficking is defined by the Trafficking Victims Protection Act as the use of force, fraud, or coercion for commercial sex acts. Misconceptions persist, leading to the criminalization of survivors rather than their protection. Trafficking occurs in various environments, including foster homes and social media, rather than just through stereotypical portrayals. Psychological insights reveal that trafficking is driven by supply and demand, with cultural norms normalizing exploitation. Additionally, adverse childhood experiences increase vulnerability, as traffickers target those with prior trauma or neglect.
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