SEXUAL VIOLENCE AGAINST CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS: THE IMPORTANCE OF PROTECTION

• DOI: 10.22533/at.ed.15931022315125

• Palavras-chave: Children; Sexual Violence; Adolescent.

• Keywords: Children; Sexual Violence; Adolescent.

• Abstract:

  Objective: to describe child sexual violence, the harmful effects and the rights of children and adolescents in Brazil. Method: bibliographic review study with searches for online articles available in full. The following descriptors were accessed “child”, “infant”, “adolescent”; “violence” and “sexual violence”. The articles were chosen based on their title, abstract, method and reading in full. With articles in hand, a random selection was applied by reading the chosen studies in full. Results: children and adolescents need greater attention from parents, guardians, schools and the state. The state is responsible for providing security and a dignified life for these people. Final considerations: sexual violence possibly generates trauma, fears and insecurities for the victim for life. It must be discussed with schoolchildren and teachers. The family's commitment as a protector is fundamental to a healthy society. The provision of resources by the state and access to social determinants by the population are important. For all violence. The treatment and punishment of the aggressor while protecting new victims are necessary and provided for by Brazilian laws.