Decriminalization would allow sex workers to maintain their livelihood without fear of violence or arrest, and access health care to protect themselves. The idea that sex improves physical and psychological health is not new Beyond simple health benefits, past research has suggested that positive. The terms 'sex worker' and ‘sex work’ replacing 'prostitute' and ‘prostitution’ was a result of global advocacy led by sex workers, who aimed to have sex work recognized as work Sex workers’ workplaces and working arrangements are diverse. Sex work is the exchange of sexual services for money or something of value (erotic dancing, adult film actors, bdsm workers, etc.)
Individuals engage in sex work for a variety of reasons, which could include choice, circumstance, and coercion.
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