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Despair, trials and hope for young victims

Some scaled mango trees, others floated on mattresses, and most simply ran. The tsunamis in South Asia and East Africa affected more than 1 million children in the disaster area, leaving many without homes or parents.

But even given the daunting physical and psychological challenges facing them, these children are the fortunate ones. According to UNICEF, children comprised one-third (if not more) of the disaster's more than 150,000 victims.

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THE TRAGEDY

Authorities fear human traffickers may exploit orphaned children. Full story

Gallery: Young tsunami victims
Teen recalls losing 5 family members
Parents search for children swept away
Missing and death tolls | Non-nationals
Families deal with horror, hope

RECOVERY

Too soon to consider adopting children orphaned by the disaster, agencies say. Full story

Aid groups: How to help
Disaster action plan set | 'Wake up' call
WHO warns of trauma | Alerts' dispute
Treating children's emotional wounds
Special Report: After the tsunami

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Horrific stories abounded after the tsunamis hit South Asia and East Africa, affecting area residents and outsiders who came to cover the story and help. CNN correspondent Stan Grant recalls one heart-wrenching incident from Sri Lanka. Watch CNN for continuing coverage. Behind the scenes
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