While Is It Not Uncommon for Adults to Be Sexually

question 42

Essay

While is it not uncommon for adults to be sexually attracted to teenagers, acting on this type of attraction is illegal. From what you have read, do you think this type of attraction meets the criteria for a mental disorder? How is your opinion similar to or different from the mandates of organizations like Virtuous Pedophiles and B4U-ACT? Connect your answer to the recent child sexual abuse seen in the Roman Catholic Church.

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