Rescuing Hope: Diagnosis--Trafficked Flashcards
Vision
To eradicate sex trafficking
Mission
To enlighten the public about sex trafficking in America, educate potential victims & 1st responders, & empower advocated & survivors
Sex Trafficking
When a commercial sex act is induced by force, fraud, or coercion
OR
when the person induced to perform such an act is under 18 y.o.
Something of value is being exchanged for sex
Most Vicitmized
Black
White
Hispanic
Asian
Middle Eastern
Rich
1) Will people pay to have sex for this person?
2) Are they vulnerable?
Presentation of a Victim
Resp problems
Signs of physical abuse
Evidence of sexual trauma
Dehydration
Malnourishment
Multiple STIs
Pregnancy
Abortion
Chest pain
Serious dental problems
Scars/infection
PTSD
Anxiety/panic attacks
ICE Technique
Isolate the patient form trafficker if available
Primary Goals of Trauma-Informed Care
Recognize vulnerabilities & emotional triggers
Minimize judgement & retraumatization
Foster psycho-emotional safety & wellbeing