The new report by charity One in Four reveals concerning statistics about child sexual violence in Ireland, highlighting that over 80% of the population feels such violence is more prevalent than recognized. The report indicates that 30% of the population has encountered child sexual violence, with numbers rising among younger individuals. Besides, there is a strong consensus that societal measures to protect children have failed, with key barriers identified, including silence surrounding the issue and the detrimental effects of pornography on youth. The report stresses the urgency of addressing these challenges.
Almost 85pc of people said pornography distorts children and young people's healthy sexual development.
Survivors feel alone, and families and communities sometimes look away rather than face the reality.
The 'explosiveness' of the topic has impeded progress, as it is often avoided for being emotionally overwhelming.
Three barriers stand out in the research preventing Ireland from protecting children from sexual abuse.
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