They’re right. People often say how concerned they are with sex-offending, especially with young children. We feel heartached knowing some adults get raped or children get sexually abused.

But what do we do to young teenagers who come to realize that they’re pedophiles but have never acted on it? Do they necessarily develop into a child molesters? Were we the ones who allowed that to happen?

Read this:

You’re 16. You’re a Pedophile. You Don’t Want to Hurt Anyone. What Do You Do Now?

It kind of reminded me of the patient who visited the clinic last year, the guy who spied on others compulsively (case study: Compulsive Voyeurism). It was such a courageous act for him to come for help. But how many of those with an “unconventional” addiction or compulsive behaviour actually seek help?

And how much help have we provided them with? On top of our judgement, stereotypes, prejudice…