A ADULTIZAÇÃO DA INFÂNCIA E SEUS REFLEXOS NA PRÁTICA DA PEDOFILIA: ANÁLISE JURÍDICA E SOCIAL

Abstract

This study analyzes the legal protection of children and adolescents in the face of risks arising from the adultification of childhood and sexual exploitation in the digital environment. The growing presence of children and adolescents on social networks and digital platforms has increased their exposure to inappropriate content, online grooming practices and other forms of virtual violence, making it necessary for the legal system to establish specific protection mechanisms. In this context, the research aims to understand how the Brazilian legal system, together with public policies and digital law, can contribute to combating child sexual exploitation and ensuring the integral protection guaranteed by national and international legislation. The study is justified by the social relevance of the theme and by the need to expand academic debate about the impacts of digital technologies on childhood. The methodology adopted consists of bibliographic and documentary research, based on the analysis of legislation, legal doctrine and jurisprudence related to the subject. The results indicate that effective protection of children in the digital environment depends on the integration of adequate legislation, the action of public institutions, the accountability of digital platforms and the active participation of families, schools and civil society.