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1. blub+(OP)[view] [source] 2016-01-06 09:03:04
I would like to see law enforcement focus on combating cases of child abuse in the real world instead of focusing so much on what happens online. The online component has been criminalized due to the argument that internet demand will spur abuse in the real world - I see the logic of that.

However, the true wins will come by doing real-world police work, educating parents and children on how to protect themselves and what are the potential offender profiles (hint: not guys in an ice cream van). They will come on a diplomatic level by negotiating better laws in countries where such materials are produced (Japan was a recent success AFAIK) and where sexual tourism is rife.

Finally, those individuals that haven't abused anyone should receive support from a mental health specialist if they come forward and admit to their urges, like in e.g Germany.

I have the feeling that this is a taboo subject, that is not discussed frankly in most societies. The authorities focus mostly on harsh punishments instead of prevention through education and mental health treatment.

Thinking about what happens on tor is mostly a reactive policy that doesn't do much to treat the causes.

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