Cybervictimization of Young People With an Intellectual or Developmental Disability: Risks Specific to Sexual Solicitation

Background Studies demonstrate that youth are vulnerable to online sexual solicitation. However, no study has estimated this risk for youth diagnosed with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD). Methods A literature review of the risk factors associated with online sexual solicitation in...

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Published in:Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities 2016-03, Vol.29 (2), p.99-110
Main Authors: Normand, Claude L., Sallafranque-St-Louis, François
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
autism
Child
Crime Victims - psychology
cybervictimization
Developmental disabilities
Developmental Disabilities - psychology
Female
Humans
Intellectual disabilities
intellectual disability
Intellectual Disability - psychology
Internet
Internet - utilization
Male
Risk Factors
Sexual Behavior - psychology
sexual solicitation
Text Messaging - utilization
youth
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Summary:Background Studies demonstrate that youth are vulnerable to online sexual solicitation. However, no study has estimated this risk for youth diagnosed with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD). Methods A literature review of the risk factors associated with online sexual solicitation in youths was done using electronic databases, such as PsychInFO, ERIC, MEDLINE and Scopus. Results Fifty‐seven published papers were found relevant. However, only two pertained to the population with IDD. Sexual and physical abuse, social isolation, loneliness, depression, and chatting were found to increase the risk of being prey to sexual solicitation on the Internet. Many of these risk factors are even more prevalent in youth with IDD than in the general population. Conclusion Recommendations are made for future research to help understand and prevent sexual cybersolicitation.
ISSN:1360-2322
1468-3148
DOI:10.1111/jar.12163