Citation

Lederer LJ, Flores T, Chandler MKJ. Issues Law Med. 2023; 38(1): 61-76.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2023, U.S. National Legal Center for the Medically Dependent and Disabled; Horatio R. Storer Foundation)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

37642454

Abstract

Crucial to the fight against sex trafficking(1) is understanding the experiences of victims and survivors. Survivor surveys have illuminated key areas to address, but a clear gap in the research is in the reproductive, gynecological, and procreative health issues of victims and survivors. This article opens the door to research and dialogue by publishing the findings of a pilot survivor survey focused on survivors' sexual and reproductive health. The retrospective survey offers preliminary findings for a larger national study underway in 2023 that will enable healthcare providers, service providers and other first responders to identify and better meet the unique needs of victims and survivors of human trafficking in this area.

Language: en