This exclusive report pulls together the latest research, law‑enforcement data, survivor testimonies, and expert analysis to answer three critical questions:
: New information technologies have significantly increased the ease of targeting and communicating with victims. CSA Centre Recognizing the Signs of Exploitation
Exploitation leaves deep scars: chronic anxiety, depression, post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and disrupted attachment patterns. Studies show that develop substance‑use disorders as a coping mechanism, and many struggle with academic failure or dropout, perpetuating a cycle of vulnerability.