Do 'Minor-Attracted Persons' Use a 'MAPs Flag' To Represent Themselves?

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Do 'Minor-Attracted Persons' Use a 'MAPs Flag' To Represent Themselves?
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As with most things related to identity, it's complicated. Very, very complicated.

For years, claims have spread online about a flag alleged to show pride for minor-attracted persons, often referred to as"MAPs" for short.

In May 2023, we found claims surrounding the term on various social media platforms. Many of the claims related to perceived connections between the LGBTQ+ community and MAPs. We found claims that included:

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