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What Drives Online Child Sexual Abuse Offending? Understanding Motivations, Facilitators, Situational Factors, and Barriers

Read the report here: https://www.suojellaanlapsia.fi/en/2know-research-report

This comprehensive report delves into the intricate web of factors that drive online child sexual abuse offending, offering insights based on data from over 4,500 active CSAM offenders.

Our findings shed light on the motivations, facilitators, and situational factors that contribute to this serious issue, and we hope it will be a valuable resource for all of us working to combat online child sexual abuse.

What’s inside: 

  • Key motivations behind CSAM offending
  • The role of online anonymity and technological tools
  • Influence of adult pornography as a facilitator
  • Barriers to offending, including help-seeking behavior
  • Actionable recommendations for tech companies, policymakers, civil society, and prevention professionals