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Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Sexual behaviour
Challenging widespread assumptions that persons who are
preferentially attracted to minors-often referred to as
"pedophiles"-are necessarily also predators and sex offenders, this
book takes readers into the lives of non-offending minor-attracted
persons (MAPs). There is little research into non-offending MAPs, a
group whose experiences offer valuable insights into the prevention
of child abuse. Navigating guilt, shame, and fear, this universally
maligned group demonstrates remarkable resilience and commitment to
living without offending and to supporting and educating others.
Using data from interview-based research, A Long, Dark Shadow
offers a crucial account of the lived experiences of this hidden
population.
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