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Branded: The Shocking Truth About the Buying and Selling of Teenagers

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Branded: The Buying And Selling Of Teenagers

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In the United States, there are an estimated 100,000 children who are victims of sex trafficking each year. These children are bought and sold like commodities, and they are often subjected to horrific abuse.

Branded is a groundbreaking book that exposes the dark world of teen trafficking. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the problem of teen trafficking and what can be done to stop it.

In Branded, author Emily Bazelon tells the stories of several victims of teen trafficking. These stories are heartbreaking, but they are also inspiring. The victims in this book have shown incredible resilience, and they are determined to overcome the trauma they have experienced.

Branded is a powerful book that will change the way you think about teen trafficking. This book is a must-read for anyone who cares about the welfare of children.

The Problem of Teen Trafficking

Teen trafficking is a global problem. It occurs in both developed and developing countries. In the United States, there are an estimated 100,000 children who are victims of sex trafficking each year. These children are bought and sold like commodities, and they are often subjected to horrific abuse.

There are many factors that contribute to the problem of teen trafficking. Poverty is a major factor. Children who come from poor families are more likely to be trafficked. Other factors that contribute to teen trafficking include:

Lack of education
Homelessness
Runaways
Mental health issues
Substance abuse

Teenagers who are victims of trafficking are often subjected to horrific abuse. They may be beaten, raped, and forced to work in the sex trade. They may also be forced to work in other industries, such as agriculture or manufacturing.

What Can Be Done to Stop Teen Trafficking?

There are a number of things that can be done to stop teen trafficking. These include:

Increasing awareness of the problem
Providing support to victims of trafficking
Enacting laws to protect victims of trafficking
Prosecuting traffickers

We can all play a role in stopping teen trafficking. By increasing our awareness of the problem and by supporting victims of trafficking, we can help to create a world where all teenagers are safe from exploitation.

Branded: A Call to Action

Branded is a call to action. This book is a must-read for anyone who cares about the welfare of children. By reading this book, you will learn about the problem of teen trafficking and what can be done to stop it.

I urge you to read Branded and to take action to help stop teen trafficking. Together, we can make a difference.

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