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types and forms of related behaviour, utilizing terminology that seeks to provide an effective description of relevant
phenomena, practices and acts, which may or may not be currently criminalized in all jurisdictions. Chapter Three
evaluates the effects of ICTs on common and new forms of child abuse and exploitation, and describes how the use of
information and communication technologies in the commission of offences can increase the levels of harm to victims.
Chapter Three also provides a brief overview of the main risk factors for victims as well as potential offender profiles. It
briefly describes organized groups of offenders and the role of organized criminal networks in child abuse and
exploitation. Chapter Four discusses efforts at combating the problem of ICT-facilitated child abuse and exploitation. It
briefly explores national, regional and international efforts in preventing and suppressing the main forms of ICT-facilitated
child abuse and exploitation. Chapter Four also provides an overview of different practices and policies used to combat
ICT-facilitated child sexual abuse and exploitation and identifies opportunities to enhance the fight against these crimes.
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