@article{ref1,
title="Sexual violence against children",
journal="Pediatric clinics of North America",
year="2021",
author="Walker-Descartes, Ingrid and Hopgood, Gillian and Condado, Luisa Vaca and Legano, Lori",
volume="68",
number="2",
pages="427-436",
abstract="Sexual violence against children is a gross violation of children's rights during their formative years and will likely interfere with their developmental trajectory and long-term quality of life. As a result, this form of violence includes commercial sexual exploitation of children, sexual abuse, child marriages, and female genital mutilation. The evidence shows that violence prevention is worth the investment; however, prioritizing this agenda to ensure funding through government spending remains low. Despite funding realities, research and advocacy efforts need to continue, with a focus on promoting effective practices for mitigation.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0031-3955",
doi="10.1016/j.pcl.2020.12.006",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pcl.2020.12.006"
}