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Mu Survey 2024: Responses and analysis (Part 2)

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Survey results indicated that non-sexual connections with children are immensely important to MAPs.

In September 2024, Mu surveyed a number of MAPs on our own MAP Forum, B4U-Act's message board B4um, and the popular GirlLover board Visions of Alice.

We asked ten questions about the feelings and experiences of participants. In this two-part article, we will summarize trends, provide key quotes from the survey, and finish with a brief analysis of key findings.

This is Part 2 of 2.

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Question 8. What changes are needed?

Responses varied, but awareness and understanding of the true nature of minor-attrac...

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Mu Survey 2024: Responses and analysis (Part 1)

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The first of Mu's published surveys shone a light on the isolation faced by the MAP community.

In September 2024, Mu surveyed a number of MAPs on our own MAP Forum, B4U-Act's message board B4um, and the popular GirlLover board Visions of Alice.

We asked ten questions about the feelings and experiences of participants. In this two-part article, we will summarize trends, provide key quotes from the survey, and finish with a brief analysis of key findings.

Here is Part 1 of 2.

Mu thanks the administrators of B4U-Act and Visions of Alice for supporting our survey of their communities.

Question 1. When did you first realize y

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Mu Analysis: MAP mental health crisis

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This post deals with themes of suicide, MAP phobia, and incarceration. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, we understand that calling for support can be an intimidating experience. Please consider these resources on B4U-ACT to see if there is something appropriate. You deserve life.

September is Suicide Prevention Month. You might have noticed links to various mental health hotlines appearing more frequently as you browse the internet. Or maybe you have seen people wearing teal and purple ribbons as they go about shopping. Suicide is a problem for all segments of the community, but particular demographics are especially vulner...

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