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Child Labor Trafficking Essentials for Forensic Nurses.

Gail Hornor1

  • 1Author Affiliation: Center for Family Safety and Healing, Nationwide Children's Hospital.

Journal of Forensic Nursing
|September 18, 2020
PubMed
Summary

Human trafficking, a form of modern slavery, affects many children in the US. This article focuses on child labor trafficking, offering insights for healthcare providers to identify and help victims.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Healthcare
  • Forensic Nursing
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Human trafficking is a critical issue in the United States, encompassing both sex and labor trafficking.
  • While child sex trafficking receives attention, child labor trafficking among youth is under-researched.
  • Pediatric healthcare providers, particularly forensic nurses, are positioned to identify and assist victims.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To increase understanding of child labor trafficking within the United States.
  • To equip pediatric healthcare providers with knowledge for victim identification and intervention.
  • To explore the definition, epidemiology, history, risk factors, consequences, and practice implications of child labor trafficking.

Main Methods:

  • This article synthesizes existing knowledge on child labor trafficking.

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  • It provides a comprehensive overview of the phenomenon.
  • The focus is on practical implications for healthcare professionals.

    • Main Results:

    • Child labor trafficking is a prevalent yet often overlooked form of exploitation affecting youth.
    • Understanding its characteristics is crucial for effective healthcare interventions.
    • Key areas discussed include risk factors, health consequences, and identification strategies.

    Conclusions:

    • Pediatric healthcare providers need enhanced awareness and skills to address child labor trafficking.
    • Timely identification and appropriate intervention by forensic nurses can significantly impact victim outcomes.
    • Further research and practice development are needed to combat child labor trafficking.