In a powerful testimony before a US congressional committee, Paris Hilton revealed her traumatic experiences at a private youth facility in Utah as a teenager. She described being force-fed medications and sexually abused by staff, shedding light on the troubling practices within the so-called "troubled teen industry". Hilton criticized the industry for prioritizing profits over the well-being of vulnerable children in their care. As an advocate for children in youth facilities and foster care, Hilton emphasized the need for change and transparency in the treatment of at-risk youth. She recounted being taken from her bed in the middle of the night, with her parents unaware of the facility's true nature. Hilton's testimony highlighted the lack of therapy and the abusive environment she endured, including controlled communication and isolation. Paris Hilton's brave account underscores the lasting impact of the inhumane treatment she experienced, sparking calls for reform in youth facilities nationwide.