Coping strategies and attachment in pedophiles: implications for treatment

Article Abstract:

This article examines the use of coping strategies among pedophiles. Findings indicate that pedophiles rely on significantly more negative coping styles such as avoidance, distancing, and confrontation than either adult abuse victims or control subjects.

Australia, Usage, Psychological tests, Adjustment (Psychology), Adult child abuse victims

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The treatment of pedophiles: clinical experience and the implication of recent research

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This article discusses the ineffective treatment of pedophilia and offers suggestions for improvement. Topics include causes of patient defensiveness, personality assessment, and psychopathology.

Canada, Care and treatment, Causes of, Psychosexual disorders, Defensiveness (Psychology)

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Adult attachment style and pedophilia: a developmental perspective

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This article discusses the relationship between child sexual abuse and intimacy. Topics include developmental psychology, dependency, and sexual deviation.

United States, Social aspects, Child sexual abuse, Intimacy (Psychology), Intimacy, Dependency (Psychology)

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