Citation

Lopez DA, Minassians H. Vict. Offender 2018; 13(2): 257-276.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15564886.2017.1329173

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Research on the sexual trafficking of juveniles has increased. However, there has been no theoretical model developed incorporating variables into a systemic, interactive analysis of the issue. Utilizing Parsonian functionalism as its foundation, the authors developed such a model. The model is based on sociological, criminological, and psychological theories and concepts with a particular emphasis on the role of environmental design in trafficking. Unique to this study, the authors propose that a symbiotic relationship exists between the adolescent brain and trafficker as psychopath as contextualized in the Stockholm syndrome. We offer research and policy implications based on the model.

Language: en

Keywords

adolescence; offenders; psychological; theories; trafficking; victims