Youth with disabilities, including those with physical, sensory, neurological, mental health, and chronic health conditions, face increased vulnerability to human trafficking (HT). Exposure to HT can worsen health conditions and hinder access to care. This six page educational brief highlights the multiple factors that contribute to the elevated prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV), exploitation (E), and HT among youth with disabilities as well as how exposure to such violence impacts their health, and will offer recommendations for health centers ensuring that people with disabilities have access to and can receive relevant support and services. The brief covers HRSA’s UDS measures on HT/E related to adolescents, the corresponding ICD-10 documentation codes, and key resources and guidance to facilitate clinician/patient engagement.
This resource is available as a PDF (5 pages) in English
