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July 21, 2025Journal of Paediatrics and Child HealthOpen Access

Technology‐Facilitated Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children Is Everyone's Problem; How Can Healthcare Practitioners Respond to the Second Global Pandemic of the 21st Century? A Narrative Review

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JTJoanna TullySMSusan F. McLeanJRJanine Rowse

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Overview

Narrative review highlights the rise of online sexual harm, suggesting healthcare practitioners can play a critical role in prevention and response.

Key Points

  • MAIN FINDING: The article emphasizes the prevalence of online sexual harm to children and the role of healthcare practitioners in addressing it.
  • KEY EVIDENCE: The proposed ban on social media for children under 16 raises concerns about its effectiveness and potential impact on caregiver vigilance.
  • APPROACH: A narrative review explores the spectrum of technology-facilitated child sexual abuse and offers practical guidance for healthcare practitioners.
  • SIGNIFICANCE: Increased awareness and specialized training for healthcare practitioners can enhance their ability to recognize and respond to online sexual exploitation.

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Tully et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689a060ee6551bb0af8cd242https://doi.org/10.1111/jpc.70148
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