The term is understood as the use of threat of the use of force, including some forms of non-violent or psychological force. People may be corced into prostitution, forced labour, etc., through abduction or kidnapping. Coercion can also include : threats of harms or physical restraint against a person; any scheme, plan or pattern intended to cause a person to believe that failure to perform an act will result in serious harm or physical restraint; abuse or any threat linked to the legal status of a person; psychological pressure, etc.