Sexual exploitation and abuse have life lasting effects on children. They are emotionally damaged and often have divers physical problems. Many victims say to be beaten, sometimes even unconsciously beaten, raped, kicked or wounded with burning cigarettes because they refused to work.

The sexually abused children also have a higher risk of getting sexually transmissible diseases than adults. Because their body is not fully developed, it can be damaged more easily. A large percentage of minor victims of sexual exploitation has been infected with aids or other sexually transmissible diseases. They can also get unwanted pregnancies and physical damages.

The psychological impact of sexual exploitation is less visible, but not less harmful for the child. Many victims experience feelings of shame, guilt, and have little self-confidence. Possible consequences are nightmares, insomnia, helplessness or depressions and can end up in drug abuse or even suicide attempts.